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Riyadh :  Abdulrahman bin Abdulmohsen Al Fadley, the Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, said in a speech at the 16th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) that is being held in Riyadh, that three billion people around the world are suffering the impact of poor and degraded land which will “increase levels of migration, stability and insecurity among many communities.” The UN desertification convention was agreed upon 30 years ago and the organization’s current Executive Secretary, Ibrahim Thiaw, highlighted the continued importance of restoring land lost to…

Amman : Dr. Jafar Hassan, Prime Minister of Jordan, received Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and the heads of delegations participating in the first Gulf-Jordanian Investment Conference. The meeting discussed efforts to enhance economic and commercial relations between the private sector of both sides and explored joint investment opportunities and exchanging expertise to enhance economic growth and exchange. The secretary-general expressed his appreciation to His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein, King of Jordan, for his patronage of this important conference. He highlighted the strong historical and strategic ties between the GCC countries…

Riyadh ; His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, inaugurated the One Water Summit. The summit was held under the joint chairmanship of HRH the Crown Prince, President Emmanuel Macron of France, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, and World Bank President Ajay Banga. It brought together international leaders to address global water challenges. During his opening remarks, HRH the Crown Prince reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing global solutions to water scarcity and environmental challenges. He welcomed attendees to Saudi Arabia and conveyed the greetings of the Custodian…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met today with the Prime Minister of Mongolia, His Excellency Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai, at Gudaibiya Palace. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad emphasised the importance of strengthening Bahrain-Mongolia relations, reaffirming the Kingdom’s commitment to advancing bilateral ties to achieve shared aspirations. His Royal Highness highlighted the mutual commitment to enhancing cooperation between Bahrain and Mongolia across various sectors, aiming to benefit both nations and their peoples. During the meeting, discussions focused on enhancing multisectoral collaboration, addressing the latest regional and international developments, and exploring issues…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), received Javier Tebas, President of La Liga. His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the SCYS, Chairman of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), attended the meeting. HH Shaikh Nasser commended Tebas’s efforts in elevating Spanish football, noting how La Liga has grown into one of the world’s premier leagues with a global fan base,…

Manama : Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the National Security Adviser and Commander of the Royal Guard, attended the final rounds and closing ceremony of the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Military Shooting Championship, hosted by the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) and organised by its Military Sports Union.   HH Shaikh Nasser was accompanied by His Highness Colonel Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Royal Guard Special Force Commander. Upon their arrival, Their Highnesses were welcomed by Major General Ghanim Ibrahim Al Fadhala, Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations of the BDF and Chairman of…

Manama :  Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development, emphasized that International Volunteer Day, observed annually on December 5, serves as a key motivator to enhance volunteer work and its policies. He added that International Volunteer Day encourages civil society organizations to foster active citizenship, solidarity, and social cohesion while highlighting the role of volunteering in advancing development goals. The minister highlighted that volunteer work reflects the values of cooperation and solidarity deeply rooted in Bahrain. He commended the initiatives that have supported national development across various sectors and inspired individuals and communities to embrace a spirit of…

Manama : Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism, held a meeting with Her Highness Shaikha Nayla bint Hamad bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the Royal Life Saving Bahrain (RLSB). The meeting discussed efforts to strengthen collaboration to ensure the safety of swimming pools and beaches across all tourism establishments in Bahrain. The meeting focused on enhancing the partnership between the RLSB and the Tourism Authority to conduct audits and inspections at tourism facilities, ensuring full compliance with operational safety guidelines for swimming pools. The minister emphasised that visitor and guest safety at tourism establishments is a top…

Doha : Bahrain, represented by the Ministry of Social Development, secured first place for best theatrical performance at the 7th GCC Theatre Festival for Persons with Disabilities, held in Qatar to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The event was organised by Qatar’s Ministry of Social Development and Family in collaboration with the GCC Council of Ministers of Labour and Social Affairs. Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development, hailed the achievement as a reflection of Bahrain’s outstanding artistic talents and affirmed the ministry’s dedication to supporting inclusive cultural initiatives. He commended the team’s efforts, highlighting…

Manama : Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai, Prime Minister of Mongolia, arrived in Bahrain today, accompanied by an official delegation. He was received by Hamad bin Faisal Al Maliki, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Salman Isa bin Hindi, Governor of Muharraq, and other officials.