His Excellency Counselor Nasser Al-Sumait, Minister of Justice and Chairman of Kuwait's National Permanent Committee for Combating Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling, affirmed that "protecting individuals from human trafficking crimes is no longer optional but a national responsibility requiring year-round, coordinated institutional action."

In remarks to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Wednesday marking the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Al-Sumait outlined Kuwait's comprehensive strategy:

1. Integrated Approach:

   • Combines prevention, legislation, and victim protection

   • Anchored in transparency and accountability principles

2. Modernized Tools:

   • Continuously evolving measures to address digital space challenges and global trends

3. Key Pillars:

   • "Public awareness is our first line of defense"

   • "True success is measured by our preventive capacity"

   • Community partnerships and responsible media engagement

4. Vision:

   • Confidence that nationally coordinated efforts aligned with international standards will create a discrimination-free society where rights are safeguarded

Contextual Background:

• Kuwait established its National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling in 2018

• Vision: "A Kuwait free from human trafficking through awareness-building and systematic eradication"

• UN designated July 30 as World Day Against Trafficking in Persons to amplify victim advocacy