Kuwait's Ministry of Finance has activated an emergency plan following U.S. airstrikes on Iran. Measures include prepared shelters, secure financial systems, and coordination with defense entities to ensure high-level national readiness.

Following recent U.S. airstrikes targeting nuclear facilities in Iran, Kuwait’s Ministry of Finance has implemented an emergency plan to maintain continuous financial and public services. This action, declared on Sunday via the ministry's official communication channel, is a response to a directive from the Kuwaiti Cabinet emphasizing national readiness and high-level government functioning under any circumstances.

To this end, the ministry has ensured the full preparedness of shelters situated in the Ministries Complex’s eastern and southern wings, capable of accommodating roughly 900 individuals. These shelters, classified as C4, are evaluated to be in “excellent” condition, with additional storage areas at the eastern parking facility designated for emergency use.

In support of operational security, the ministry has activated backup systems for its crucial financial platforms, including Oracle and GFMIS, ensuring secure and uninterrupted operations. Remote work capabilities have also been facilitated through encrypted digital channels, reinforced by advanced cybersecurity solutions.

Continuing coordination with essential government bodies, such as the Ministry of Interior and Civil Defense, is ongoing. A joint meeting has been convened to align strategic responses and maintain the highest readiness level amidst potential further regional tensions.

This proactive stance reflects a broader alertness across the Gulf region following the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the "highly successful" strikes on Iran’s Fordo, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites. - SG