The Kuwaiti Conundrum: Unpacking the Dependence on the Public Sector and the Struggle for Private Sector Kuwaitization.

A Nation Built on Oil Wealth and State Employment

Kuwait, a small Gulf nation with one of the highest per capita incomes in the world, presents a fascinating paradox. Despite its immense oil wealth, impressive infrastructure, and ambitious development goals, the country’s economy remains heavily dependent on a single factor — the state. The government dominates nearly every aspect of economic life, serving as the primary employer for Kuwaiti nationals, the main source of national income, and the ultimate safety net for citizens.