A representative of the Ministry of Interior, Captain Khalid Buqais, confirmed that the Council of Representatives had previously approved royal decrees issued by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa aimed at tightening penalties on a number of violations, most notably operating delivery services without an official license, a file that has returned to parliamentary discussion as part of broader efforts to regulate the sector.

He explained that the newly approved amendments introduce tougher legal consequences, including prison sentences of up to six months, along with additional penalties such as deportation in certain cases, as well as strict measures targeting vehicles used in committing these violations, reflecting a firm regulatory direction.

He stressed that the objective of these laws is not to restrict individuals, but to organize the market and ensure that delivery services operate within a legal framework that protects all parties, including consumers and licensed operators, especially given the rapid growth in this sector.

He added that authorities will intensify inspection campaigns in the coming period to ensure full compliance with the new regulations, with immediate enforcement of penalties against violators, as part of a wider strategy to strengthen public order and legal compliance across the country.

He concluded by noting that the implementation of these laws is expected to deliver swift results, reducing violations and enhancing adherence to regulations, which will positively impact the business environment and reinforce trust in the country’s legal and regulatory system.