Comparative Governments of GCC: UAE & Kuwait
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What is a requirement for laws enacted by the Kuwait National Assembly to become valid?

  • They must be ratified by the Cabinet of Ministers.
  • They must be issued by the Supreme Court.
  • They must be approved by a majority vote in the Assembly.
  • They must be approved by the Emir within one month. (correct)

    • How many members of the Kuwait National Assembly are elected by popular vote?

  • 30 members
  • 50 members (correct)
  • 16 members
  • 66 members

    • What role does the Prime Minister have in relation to Cabinet ministers in Kuwait?

  • The Prime Minister serves as the head of the Supreme Judicial Council.
  • The Prime Minister appoints 16 Cabinet ministers. (correct)
  • The Prime Minister selects 50 members of the Assembly.
  • The Prime Minister appoints all members of the National Assembly.

    • What type of legal system does Kuwait primarily follow?

    <p>Civil law system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which court consists of 5 judges and deals with constitutional matters in Kuwait?

    <p>Constitutional Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which emirate agreed to join the UAE federation in the year following its establishment?

    <p>Ras al-Khaimah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What power is NOT granted to Abu Dhabi by the UAE constitution?

    <p>Elections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a responsibility of the Supreme Council of the Federal?

    <p>Enact legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many votes from the Supreme Council are required for a decision to be approved?

    <p>Five</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following rights is guaranteed to UAE citizens by the constitution?

    <p>Right to equal opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who assumes responsibilities in the absence of the President of the Federal?

    <p>The Vice President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Supreme Council have in terms of policy within the UAE?

    <p>Establishing policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which emirate is responsible for overseeing immigration in the UAE?

    <p>Abu Dhabi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Federal National Council (FNC) in the UAE?

    <p>To provide a consultative and advisory function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members represent Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the Federal National Council?

    <p>Eight members each</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the President of the UAE?

    <p>The President has the power to preside over Supreme Council meetings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key function of the Federal Supreme Court in the UAE?

    <p>Interpreting the Constitution and federal laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was significant about HE Sheikha Lubna Al Qassimi's appointment in 2004?

    <p>She was the first woman appointed to a federal position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the structure of the Federal judiciary in the UAE?

    <p>It includes both Federal Courts and local courts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the Prime Minister of the UAE selected?

    <p>Appointed by the Emir as part of a hereditary role</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Kuwait's system of government, how is the Emir's authority characterized?

    <p>He possesses executive powers while also being hereditary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Comparative Governments of GCC: UAE & Kuwait

    • The UAE was formed in 1971, following the British withdrawal from the Arabian Gulf.
    • The UAE federation initially comprised six emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Umm al-Quwain, Fujairah, and Ajman).
    • Later, Ras Al-Khaimah joined, making the UAE seven emirates.
    • Qatar and Bahrain formed as separate nations.
    • The UAE's political system is based on the constitution, establishing the rules for the federation and local/regional levels.
    • The constitution guarantees equal rights and opportunities, safety, security, and social justice to all UAE citizens.
    • Abu Dhabi holds significant power, including defense, air traffic control, nationality, passports, residence, immigration, currency, judiciary, foreign affairs and security.
    • Remaining emirates have residual powers.
    • The Supreme Council is composed of the seven emirs.
    • The Supreme Council's powers include enacting legislation, establishing policy, appointing officials, and supervising the federation's affairs.
    • Decisions require a majority vote, including the emirs of Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
    • The UAE President and Vice President are elected by the Supreme Council for a five-year term.
    • They oversee federal legislation and affairs.
    • The Vice President handles responsibilities in the President's absence.
    • The President holds executive powers, including convening and leading meetings of the Supreme Council.
    • The Council of Ministers is headed by the Prime Minister.
    • Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum currently serves as Prime Minister.
    • He selects cabinet ministers from among representatives of the seven emirates.
    • Sheikha Lubna Al Qassimi was the first female minister, responsible for the Ministry of Economy and Planning.
    • The Federal National Council (FNC) has 40 members representing the seven emirates.
    • Seat allocation is proportional to the emirates' populations (Abu Dhabi & Dubai having the most).
    • The FNC role is consultative, serving the people and the nation, consolidating shura principles, examining/amending legislation, questioning ministers, and discussing budgets.
    • The UAE's judicial system has both federal and local courts.
    • The Federal Supreme Court consists of five judges, including a president, appointed by presidential decree and endorsed by the Supreme Council.

    Kuwait Background

    • Kuwait gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1961.
    • Kuwait's constitution, implemented in 1962, combines elements of presidential and parliamentary systems.
    • Kuwait is a constitutional emirate with a parliamentary system.
    • Governing authorities are divided into legislative, executive, and judiciary branches.
    • The Emir heads the authorities.

    Kuwait Executive Branch

    • The Emir's position is hereditary.
    • The Emir appoints the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Ministers.
    • A Cabinet/Council of Ministers is appointed by the Prime Minister, and approved by the Emir.
    • The Prime Minister is responsible for executing the Emir's executive tasks.

    Kuwait Legislative Branch

    • Kuwait’s National Assembly (parliament) has 66 seats.
    • 50 seats are elected by popular vote, with 16 cabinet ministers appointed by the Prime Minister.
    • Elected members serve four-year terms.
    • The National Assembly creates legislature and approves/disapproves Emir's appointments.
    • Laws enacted by the National Assembly become official only after the Emir's signature within one month.

    Kuwait Judicial Branch

    • Kuwait has a civil law system, with Sharia law used for personal matters.
    • The judicial system includes the Supreme Court, Appeal Court, and Constitutional Court; each consisting of 5 judges.
    • Kuwaiti judges are appointed by the Emir, upon recommendation from the Supreme Judicial Council, a body comprised of Kuwaiti judges and Ministry of Justice officials.

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