The law establishing economic circuits opens a new path for developing Kuwait’s litigation system. It aims to create a specialized judiciary whose role goes beyond resolving commercial and investment disputes.
The system covers several stages, including case preparation, settlement and reconciliation, electronic litigation, specialized technical expertise, and the implementation of judgments.
Legal experts said the real value of the law lies in how this system can affect the business environment. They explained that lengthy disputes do more than delay the settlement of rights. They can also tie up capital, disrupt projects and increase the cost of investment.
In contrast, clear jurisdiction, faster procedures and effective implementation of judgments can provide both local and foreign investors with greater confidence and stability.
The experts stressed that achieving “expeditious justice” does not mean reducing the stages of litigation or limiting the rights of defense. Instead, the objective is to reduce the time lost through procedures while maintaining the necessary judicial guarantees.
The approach targeted by the law is therefore based on achieving a balance between specialization and speed in the judiciary, protection of judicial rights and guarantees, and a business environment that is better able to attract investment.
