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Manama : Abdulnabi Salman, First Deputy Speaker of the Council of Representatives, received members of the Parliament of India, led by MP Baijayant Panda. The meeting reviewed issues of common interest and means to enhance parliamentary cooperation and exchange expertise between the two countries. MP Salman highlighted the historical ties between Bahrain and India, strengthened under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. He emphasised the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation to serve the shared interests of both countries and their peoples across various sectors, particularly within parliamentary diplomacy. For his part, MP Panda commended Bahrain’s…

Riyadh : The General Directorate of Passports has reported that as of Saturday, May 24, a total of 961,903 pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the Hajj season 1446 AH through air, land, and seaports.  According to the directorate, 912,598 pilgrims entered via airports, 45,028 through land crossings, and 4,277 by sea, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. The directorate affirmed its commitment to facilitating smooth entry procedures by equipping all international entry points with advanced technology and deploying highly trained, multilingual staff.

St. Petersburg : At the 13th St. Petersburg International Legal Forum, Professor Marike Paulsson, Secretary General of the Council for International Dispute Resolution of the Kingdom of Bahrain, delivered the closing remarks as a guest of honour at the open meeting held to promote international cooperation in arbitration. The event was organised by the Russian Council for the Improvement of Arbitration Proceedings under the auspices of the Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation. The session, titled “Open Meeting of the Council for the Improvement of Arbitration Proceedings,” brought together a group of prominent local and international experts, including representatives…

Muscat : Oman’s non-oil exports increased by 8.6% in the first quarter of 2025, reaching OMR 1.618 billion, compared to OMR 1.490 billion in the same period last year. The growth is attributed to efforts to develop domestic industries, attract foreign investment, localise projects, and support the private sector. Non-oil exports accounted for 28.6% of Oman’s total exports, which stood at OMR 5.659 billion. The exported goods included a range of industrial products, metals, plastics, machinery, electrical equipment, and chemical products.

Bangkok : Three people were killed when a police helicopter crashed in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, Thailand. One person survived after parachuting from the aircraft. The Bell 212 helicopter was on a training mission when it went down around 1 p.m. local time near Wing 5 Air Base. Authorities have announced an investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Firefighters and rescue teams were deployed to extinguish the blaze. According to Thailand’s Fire and Rescue page on Facebook, the victims were two pilots and a flight technician. The condition of the parachute survivor has not yet been disclosed.

Manama : Under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women, the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, in cooperation with the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, held a ceremony honouring the winners of the 29th edition of Bahrain Holy Quran Grand Prize at the Isa Cultural Centre. Shaikha Maram bint Isa Al Khalifa, Director General of the Office of HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim, attended the event and presented certificates and prizes to 87 female winners. Awards were also presented…

Manama : Dr. Khalfan Al Shuaili, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning of Oman, visited Salman City on the sidelines of the minister’s official visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain.The minister was accompanied by Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture; Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs; and Amna bint Ahmed Al Rumaihi, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning.Minister Al Rumaihi presented Bahrain’s housing development, particularly in social housing. She outlined the ministry’s approach to expanding housing access through finance programmes, land development rights in partnership with the private sector, and the…

Marrakesh :Carlos Hernández, President of the Central American and Caribbean Parliament, met with Bahrain’s parliamentary delegation on the sidelines of the third Marrakesh Economic Parliamentary Forum for the Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf Region, organised by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean. The meeting discussed prospects for parliamentary cooperation and the exchange of views on common issues.The delegation included MPs Mohammed Musa Al Balooshi and Hanan Fardan.Hernández commended the vision of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in promoting parliamentary diplomacy with international parliamentary unions. He noted shared priorities with the Kingdom of Bahrain, particularly in the areas of women’s…

New York : The Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Nations held an event at the UN headquarters in New York to mark the first anniversary of World Football Day, in cooperation with the permanent missions of Libya and Tajikistan. The event was attended by Dennis Francis, President of the UN General Assembly; and Gianni Infantino, President of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA). Ambassador Jamal Faris Al Ruwaie, Permanent Representative of Bahrain to the UN in New York, highlighted Bahrain’s strong support for the sports sector under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad…

Manama : The Bahrain Cricket Federation (BCF) held a press conference today to announce a groundbreaking moment in the world of cricket: Bahrain will host the first-ever ICC Global Level 3 Coaching Course, in proud partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC). Scheduled from May 26 to 30, 2025, this historic initiative marks the first time the ICC Level 3 Coaching Course is being conducted on a global platform, drawing over 20 elite coaches from across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Participants will engage in a high-level, world-class learning experience designed to elevate coaching excellence and foster international collaboration.…