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Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received His Royal Highness Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, Crown Prince of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, following the Crown Prince’s arrival in the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the visit, avenues to strengthen Bahrain–Jordan relations across various sectors will be reviewed. The latest regional developments and their repercussions on regional and international security, as well as issues of common interest, will be discussed. His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court, and His Highness…

Washington : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, meeting with His Excellency Guy Parmelin, President of the Swiss Confederation, on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington. Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa conveyed greetings from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, along with their best wishes for continued progress and prosperity for Switzerland. The meeting also reviewed bilateral cooperation and means to further develop it in line with the…

Washington : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the Minister of Finance and National Economy, met with His Excellency David Burt, the Premier of Bermuda, on the sidelines of the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, convened in Washington, United States. Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa underscored the importance of further strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Bermuda, and advancing them towards broader horizons across various sectors, particularly in the financial and economic fields. He affirmed Bahrain’s commitment to fostering a supportive economic environment that encourages joint investments with…

Manama : Bahrain Airport Services (BAS) announced its membership in the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Ground Handling Partnership Programme (GHP) for 2026, reflecting its continued commitment to implementing global operational standards. This step builds on its ongoing efforts to enhance operational performance while maintaining high levels of safety and reliability in ground handling services at Bahrain International Airport. BAS’s participation in the GHP programme highlights its continued focus on adopting international best practices in safety, efficiency, and service quality. The initiative aims to strengthen collaboration between airlines and ground handling providers, supporting greater standardisation and improved operational performance across the…

Istanbul : Kareema Mohammed Al Abbasi, Secretary General of the Shura Council, delivered a speech at the meeting of the Association of Secretaries General of National Parliaments, which discussed the use of artificial intelligence in parliaments, on the sidelines of the 152nd IPU General Assembly, held in Türkiye. Al Abbasi affirmed that the use of artificial intelligence applications within the General Secretariat of the Council enhances the digital transformation process and improves the quality of legislative decision-making, in line with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national direction towards investing in technological advancement, and in accordance with the visions of His Majesty…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received senior officials, during which several matters related to national affairs were reviewed as part of efforts to continue the Kingdom’s progress and fulfil the aspirations of its citizens. His Majesty expressed pride in the achievements of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in advancing government work and driving further development across various sectors. Addressing the repercussions of the war and the unjustified attacks launched by Iran against the Kingdom, His Majesty said the country was successfully overcoming the challenges of…

Riyadh : The General Directorate of Passports of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced its readiness to receive pilgrims for Hajj 1447 AH and facilitate their entry through all international ports, including air, land, and sea. The directorate has mobilised its capabilities to ensure efficient processing, supported by advanced technologies and multilingual personnel at entry points.

Antalya : Ahmed Al Sharaa, President of Syria, met with Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Türkiye, on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. The two sides discussed means to enhance bilateral relations and develop cooperation across various domains in support of mutual interests and regional security and stability.

Manama : In the presence of Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, the Capital Trustees Board signed a memorandum of understanding with Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company (BKIC) to develop and maintain Seef Park, as part of efforts to enhance municipal services through public-private partnership. The agreement covers the development and maintenance of the park, which spans 5,770 square metres, with the aim of improving services, enhancing the urban landscape, and ensuring the sustainability of its facilities. The minister noted that the agreement supports efforts to strengthen partnerships with the private sector to improve the efficiency…

Antalya : Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), met with Thomas Byrne, Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence of Ireland, on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Republic of Türkiye. At the outset of the meeting, the Irish minister commended the efforts of GCC states in evacuating Irish citizens during the recent regional crisis. The meeting reviewed means to enhance cooperation between the GCC and Ireland and discussed coordination during Ireland’s upcoming Presidency of the European Union (EU) in May. The two sides also addressed the importance of advancing negotiations for…