Kuwaiti Authorities Thwart Drug Smuggling Attempt From Bangladesh
Faizan Hashmi | September 22, 2026
Kuwaiti Customs authorities have confirmed thwarting an attempt to smuggle drugs from Bangladesh. According to Kuwait media, the General Administration of Customs announced that customs inspectors at Kuwait Airport Terminal 5 foiled an attempt by a passenger arriving from Bangladesh to smuggle various quantities of drugs.
Officials said the operation was conducted under the supervision of Saleh Al-Omar, Deputy Director General of Ports and Customs Investigation. The seized drugs included 319.3 grams of hashish and narcotic pills.
The General Administration of Customs reiterated its commitment to maintaining strict monitoring at all customs entry points and firmly confronting attempts to smuggle drugs and psychotropic substances, in order to protect society and ensure the safety of its members.