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Manama : Isa Al Shaiji, Chairman of the Bahrain Journalists Association (BJA), announced the launch of the association’s silver jubilee logo, marking 25 years since its establishment.  He described the occasion as a significant milestone in the association’s development and an outcome of the comprehensive development process led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.Al Shaiji commended the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, which has strengthened press freedom and empowered journalists in their national role.He highlighted the association’s achievements over the past 25 years, including training…

Berlin : Osama bin Ahmed Al Asfoor, Minister of Social Development and Chair of the 44th Session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs, participated in the high-level Arab event titled “Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship: Supporting Independent Living for Persons with Disabilities”, held on the sidelines of the Global Disability Summit 2025 in Berlin from April 2 to 3. The summit was jointly organised by the International Disability Alliance, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The Arab event was organised by the Arab League, in cooperation with Jordan’s Higher Council for the Rights…

Manama : The Arab Hospitals Federation (AHF) appointed Dr. Mariam Adhbi Al Jalahma, CEO of Government Hospitals, to the AHF Leaders Advisory Board, in recognition of her contributions to advancing healthcare and improving medical services in the Kingdom of Bahrain in line with global standards. The AHF is one of the region’s leading organisations supporting the development of the healthcare sector across the Arab world. It promotes collaboration between healthcare institutions, the exchange of expertise, and strategic guidance aimed at enhancing the quality of care, developing public health policies, building medical capacity, and encouraging innovation in healthcare services. Dr. Al…

Bangkok :The death toll from the massive earthquake that hit Myanmar is 3,085. As search and rescue teams found more bodies, another 4,715 people have been injured and 341 are missing. The epicenter of Friday’s 7.7 magnitude earthquake was near Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city. It brought down thousands of buildings, buckled roads and destroyed bridges in multiple regions.

Riyadh : Riyadh will host the Industrial Transformation Saudi Arabia in December 2025, held in partnership between the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, Riyadh Exhibitions Company, and Deutsche Messe AG. Announced on the sidelines of the Future Minerals Forum 2025, this landmark event will be part of the renowned Hannover Messe network. The event aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, which positions Saudi Arabia as a global leader in industrial transformation. It will serve as a premier platform for global manufacturers, technology innovators, and industry leaders to showcase cutting-edge advancements in industrial automation, smart manufacturing, and Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies.…

Abu Dhabi : Air Arabia Abu Dhabi announced the addition of a new non-stop route to Almaty in Kazakhstan from Zayed International Airport. Starting 3rd June 2025, the new service will operate three times a week. Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer of Air Arabia, said, “We are glad to launch our new service to Almaty, further expanding our international reach from Zayed International Airport. This new route reflects our commitment to offering passengers affordable and reliable travel options while enhancing connectivity from the UAE’s capital with key international markets. He added, “As we aim to contribute to the…

Manama : The fifth edition of the International Diplomats Programme “Dhiyafa”, organised by the Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa Academy for Diplomatic Studies, will begin on Sunday from April 6-20. This edition will host 23 diplomats from various countries. Dr. Shaikha Muneera bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, Director General of the Academy, highlighted the ministry’s commitment to continuing the programme, noting that the fifth edition builds on the objectives and successes achieved in previous years. She added that the programme offers a unique platform for open dialogue between diplomats from around the world, supports international cooperation and partnerships between foreign ministries…

Brussels : NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted commitment to NATO unity and objectives in remarks on the sidelines of the organisation’s Foreign Minister meeting today. Rutte expressed confidence in the transatlantic alliance despite recent tensions. “The Americans have stated again and again: ‘We are committed to NATO. We are committed to Article 5,’” he said, referencing the alliance’s collective defence clause. He also highlighted the significant increase in European defence budgets, calling it “the biggest surge in defence spending since the Cold War,” but stressed that more must be done. Rubio echoed…

La Paz : Six people were killed and others reported missing in a clash between miners in the municipality of Sorata, north of the Bolivian capital, La Paz. According to a preliminary report by the Bolivian police, the incident began early in the morning between two groups disputing the exploitation of small gold deposits in the province, located 150 kilometres north of the capital. Departmental police commander Gunther Agudo told reporters that the conflict involved the Señor de Mayo and Hijos de Ingenio mining cooperatives, adding that the clash “caused an explosion of great magnitude.” Bolivia’s mining sector is operated…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, underscored the Kingdom of Bahrain’s ongoing commitment to the welfare of orphans, and the role of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF), established in 2001, in implementation of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s vision. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad noted that continued royal support has enabled RHF to expand its reach, lead national efforts in charitable and humanitarian work, and deliver long-term care that empowers orphans to actively contribute to Bahrain’s development. Marking Arab Orphans Day,…