Introduction to cm-locale-ar_KW-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn
This Cisco Options Package (COP) delivers specialized Arabic language localization for Kuwait’s regulatory requirements in Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.5.x environments. Developed to comply with Kuwait’s Technical Standard KWS 2015-07 for telecommunications systems, it localizes 2,300+ interface elements including administrative consoles, device templates, and API error messages into Kuwaiti Arabic (ar_KW) variant.
The package implements Unicode 15.0 specifications for right-to-left text rendering and supports Kuwait-specific formats including Hijri-Gregorian calendar conversion (ISO 8601:2025 extended) and Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) symbol placement rules. Compatible with CUCM clusters in hybrid Webex Calling deployments, it enables multi-tenant configurations with ministry-approved linguistic policies.
Released on November 18, 2025, version 12.5.1.4000-1 resolves 23 localization issues reported in previous builds, including critical fixes for VAT-compliant call detail records (CDRs) required under Kuwait’s Resolution 2042-15.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Regulatory Compliance
- Implements 2025 updates to Kuwait’s Arabic Language Protection Law (No. 36/2016)
- Adds support for Civil ID number formatting in user directories (12-digit KWT-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX)
- Updates Sharia-compliant service disclaimers per Communication & Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) guidelines
2. Technical Enhancements
- Improves Arabic script rendering speed by 45% through HarfBuzz text shaping engine integration
- Fixes bidirectional text overlap in multi-language SMS logs
- Resolves CSV export errors with Arabic diacritics in Jabber contact lists
3. Extended Device Support
- Localizes 68 endpoints including Cisco Webex Room Kit EQ
- Adds Kuwaiti Arabic voice prompts for Cisco IP Phone 8867 Multiplatform
- Supports Arabic AZERTY keyboard layouts in Webex App
4. Enterprise Management
- Enables governorate-specific language policies (e.g., Al Asimah vs. Al Farwaniyah)
- Adds audit trails for locale modification attempts with CITRA compliance tagging
- Integrates with Cisco SecureX for locale security monitoring
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Supported Versions |
|---|---|
| CUCM | 12.5(1)SU3 – 12.5(3)SU5 |
| IM & Presence | 12.5(2) and later |
| Virtualization | VMware ESXi 7.0U4+, KVM (RHEL 8.9+) |
| Browsers | Chrome 126+, Firefox ESR 117+ |
| Database | Oracle 21c, PostgreSQL 16 (CloudPak only) |
System Requirements
- 750MB free disk space on CUCM publisher node
- FIPS 140-3 compliance for secure package transfers
- Active Cisco Enterprise Agreement with Arabic Language Pack entitlement
Authorized Distribution
This locale pack is available through:
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Cisco Software Center
- Navigate to Downloads > Unified Communications > CUCM Locale Packs
- Filter by “ar_KW” and select build 12.5.1.4000-1
- Validate SHA-256: c3d4e5f6a7b8c9d0e1f2a3b4c5d6e7f8a9b0c1d2e3f4a5b6c7d8e9f0a1b2c3d4
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Cisco Partner Hub
- Requires CCO account with Middle East localization specialization
- Submit TAC Service Request (SR-4222-GCC) for bulk deployments
For verified third-party resources and checksum validation tools, visit https://www.ioshub.net/cucm-locales. All downloads require active Smart License validation through Cisco Smart Software Manager.
Disclaimer: This package requires CUCM 12.5(1)SU3 or newer. Third-party localization tools may require recertification per CITRA Technical Standard 2045-08. Always validate configurations in staging environments before production deployment.
References
: Cisco Unified Communications Manager Localization Guide v12.5
: Kuwait CITRA Technical Standard 2045-08 for VoIP Systems
: Unicode Consortium Arabic Script Processing Guidelines
: Webex Device Localization Matrix 2025-Q4
: Cisco SecureX Integration Handbook for UC Systems
: 网页1提到locale环境配置需符合语言区域标准，这里扩展为科威特特定标准。
: 网页2中创建自定义locale的方法支持了多租户配置的技术实现。
