The Minister of Commerce and Industry, Khalifa Al-Ajeel, has issued a decision to halt the transfer of food truck licenses in Kuwait. The decision applies to both the sale and assignment of food truck licenses, aiming to regulate the food truck sector more effectively.

According to sources from Al-Rai, the suspension comes after a meeting between Minister Al-Ajeel and Abdul Latif Al-Mishari, the Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Minister of State for Housing Affairs. The two ministers discussed the need to control the transfer process of mobile cart licenses in Kuwait.

The primary focus of the meeting was the suspension of transferring food truck licenses. It was also decided that licenses for mobile carts which fail to meet location or other licensing requirements would be canceled. These measures aim to regulate the food truck industry and ensure compliance with the government’s guidelines.

The decision to suspend the transfer of food truck licenses is expected to have significant effects on mobile cart businesses. This move is part of the government's efforts to ensure that mobile vendors operate within the designated locations and adhere to the licensing rules, which include safety and health standards.

Food truck owners in Kuwait will no longer be able to sell or transfer their licenses to others unless they meet the requirements set by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This measure is intended to prevent misuse and ensure fair distribution of licenses.

The suspension of license transfers is part of a broader initiative by the Kuwaiti government to regulate the food truck industry and ensure compliance with zoning laws. These steps are being taken to balance the growth of mobile food businesses while maintaining order and safety in the city’s streets.

With these new regulations in place, food truck businesses in Kuwait will be required to follow stricter guidelines regarding their operations. Businesses that do not comply with these guidelines may face penalties, including the revocation of their operating licenses.