Kuwait Airways has announced a significant reduction in its workforce due to high operational expenses and a commitment to creating more job opportunities for Kuwaiti nationals. The airline has terminated the contracts of several employees, including expatriates and those who have reached retirement age.
In a recent statement, Kuwait Airways explained that this decision was made to address overstaffing and to reduce its large salary expenses. According to reports from Al-Jarida newspaper, the airline currently employs one of the largest workforces among similar companies in the industry.
These actions are part of the airline’s efforts to support the government’s plan to reduce unemployment rates among Kuwaiti citizens. The airline had previously rehired some retired employees with specialized skills to ensure safety in operations. However, following recent hiring efforts to recruit new talent, Kuwait Airways has decided to end the contracts of these rehired employees.