The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has launched a new package of electronic services in collaboration with the General Traffic Department of the Ministry of Interior.

The initiative aims to streamline procedures related to 61 commercial activities overseen by the Traffic Engineering Department, particularly in the automotive, transportation, and heavy equipment sectors.

Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Marwa Al-Jaidan, stated that this step comes within the framework of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to accelerate digital transformation and enhance the competitiveness of Kuwait’s business environment.

Al-Jaidan explained that the cooperation includes the Smart License Project, which unifies government procedures and facilitates services for business owners through a single electronic portal. The smart license will feature a unified barcode encompassing all relevant procedures, thereby minimizing paper use and ensuring transactions are fully digitized, report Al-Rai daily.

She further noted that the new system allows instant electronic verification of activity data and security approvals without the need for manual documentation, representing a significant advancement in government digitalization.

Al-Jaidan emphasized that the Ministry of Commerce and Industry remains committed to developing digital services that support Kuwait’s vision for a modern, technology-driven economy.

She also praised the effective institutional cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, which ensures the smooth implementation of procedures for commercial activities under the Traffic Department’s supervision.