Info issues decree on executive regulations of the e-media law
Sheikha Fatma stresses importance of boosting Egyptian-Kuwaiti ties
KUWAIT CITY, July 20, (KUNA): The Ministry of Information has issued a decree belonging to the executive regulations of law 8/2016 that deals with electronic media outlets, describing it as a crucial legislative addition that would help complete all laws germane to media.
In light of the meteoric development of media and communications technology, the ministry is instrumental to the works of electronic media, the ministry said, noting that all outlets are obliged to register on www.elow. media.gov. kw to obtain a permit starting Sunday, July 24, 2016.
Moreover, the ministry called on all electronic media outlets to abide by law 8/2016, as contributors to the growth of the media sector. The ministry also underscored how helpful these media outlets can be to staving off extreme ideologies, while espousing various virtues for the betterment of the nation.
Minister of Information and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Sheikh Salman Sabah Salem Al-Humoud Al-Sabah previously announced that the law dealing with electronic media would be implemented soon, with users of these outlets being the ultimate beneficiaries.
The law works to “promote freedom of expression while ensuring unhindered access to information. It also aims to eliminate all impediments to the spread of information on electronic media outlets in a way that would conserve national values and interests.”
Chairwoman of Eskan Global Group in GCC countries Sheikha Fatma Humoud Al-Sabah has underlined the importance of enhancing Egyptian-Kuwaiti relations in all fields, mainly the economic one.
Sheikha Fatma made the statement to KUNA on Tuesday, on the sidelines of events of the conference and exhibition on “elite real estate” held earlier today.
The aim of the event is to buttress Egyptian economy through encouraging foreign investors to carry out projects in the country, she said, adding that situations are stable in Egypt now.
The event is held upon directives of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and President Abdelfatah el-Sisi aiming to strengthen historic ties between the two countries, she noted.
She said the group is organizing the exhibition for the first time in Egypt, pointing to some exhibitions in Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE.
She pointed out that there are also a number of exhibitions in the State of Kuwait throughout the year.
Meanwhile Mahmoud Afifi, chairman of Eskan Global Group in Egypt, stressed the importance of the event in reviving the real estate market in the region.
He told KUNA in a similar statement that participating companies are seeking to carry out new investments in Egypt. He thanked His Highness the Amir for continued support for Egypt.
Bahrain’s Interior Minister Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa lauded Wednesday Kuwait’s support of his country’s security and stability.
The statement, obtained by KUNA, came during Al Khalifa’s meeting with Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, Kuwaiti Ambassador to Bahrain Sheikh Azzam Mubarak Al-Sabah.
On his part, Sheikh Azzam affirmed that Bahrain’s security was important to the State of Kuwait, stressing that supporting Bahrain on all levels is an undisputed matter for the Kuwaiti people and leadership.