Kuwait

Capital

Kuwait City

Population

2 600 000

Official Languages

Arabic
English

Government

Constitutional Emirate

Head of State

Crown Prince NAWAF al-Ahmad al-Jabir al-Sabah

Head of Government

Crown Prince NAWAF al-Ahmad al-Jabir al-Sabah

Export Destinations

Japan 21.4%, India 15.1%, Chinese Taipei 11.3%, USA 10.4%

Import Sources

USA 13.9%, Japan 10.7%, Germany 9.6%, China 8.9%

Country Brief Kuwait

(Last Updated Oct 2011)

Strategically located in the north-western area of the Gulf, Kuwait can be described as a wealthy country, due largely to its vast oil deposits. Kuwait presents several advantages as an export and investment destination. GDP per capita in the country is high, resulting in more purchasing power and a higher quality life. The population is relatively young and consumption patterns in the country indicating a fondness of foreign products, trying out new brands and high technology.

Huge Potential

Kuwait presents several advantages as an export and investment destination. GDP per capita in the country is high, resulting in more purchasing power and a higher quality of life. Kuwait maintains a good relationship with South Africa, which is evident from Kuwait’s investment footprint in the country.

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