Kuwait Opposition Maintains Majority in Parliament

The latest parliamentary elections in Kuwait have resulted in the opposition securing a majority in the 50-member assembly, with opposition candidates winning 29 seats, as reported by the official KUNA news agency. This outcome mirrors the composition of the previous year’s election, with only 11 lawmakers not retaining their seats.

Political analysts anticipate little change in the parliamentary dynamics, with constant clashes between the elected assembly and the royal-appointed cabinet persisting, thus hindering reforms. The new parliament, under the leadership of Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah, will face the crucial task of approving Kuwait’s future crown prince, a decision that could further shape the country’s political landscape.