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2023 | OriginalPaper | Buchkapitel
Critical Discussions on the Upcoming Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Tax in Kuwait: A Qualitative Analysis
verfasst von : Hasan Ghura, Fahad Alsalem, Hanan Alsharah, Wael Abdallah
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Abstract
This study explores key stakeholders’ perceptions and awareness of Kuwait’s forthcoming Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSB) tax. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with thirteen government and industry participants. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The results revealed four key themes: (1) the motivation for imposing the SSB tax, (2) the process of the SSB tax design, (3) the challenges of tax implementation, and (4) the consequences of health-related taxes in Kuwait. In addition, the evidence from the data suggests that the Kuwaiti industry is confused about the reason behind the tax’s introduction. Therefore, the government should be more transparent about tax implementation and its purpose. The study results provide important insights into industry and government views on the SSB tax, which contribute to the design of future SSB taxation in Kuwait.