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Washington : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, met with Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer of the United Kingdom, on the sidelines of the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, held in the United States of America. Shaikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Ambassador to the United States of America, and Khaled Ebrahim Humaidan, Governor of the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB), were present. The meeting reviewed the latest regional developments and global economic developments. Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa highlighted the historical ties between Bahrain…

Doha : His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar and His Excellency Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, discussed the latest regional and international developments, particularly those in the Middle East, during a meeting today. HH the Amir expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s role in supporting efforts to de-escalate tensions and promote diplomatic dialogue in the service of regional peace and security. For his part, HE Prime Minister Sharif reiterated his country’s condemnation of the attacks targeting the State of Qatar and other countries in the region, affirming Pakistan’s full…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, won the Victorious Ultimate Endurance Challenge, which saw wide participation. His Highness’s participation reflects his continued commitment to supporting sports initiatives aimed at developing young people’s capabilities and enhancing their physical abilities. The event was attended by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the General Sports Authority (GSA) and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee; His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the…

Madrid : Professor Marike Patrani Paulsson, Secretary-General of the Council for International Dispute Resolution of the Kingdom of Bahrain, met with the new Young ICCA Board in Madrid, on the sidelines of the 27th ICCA Congress. During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation, in addition to reviewing the Kingdom of Bahrain’s initiatives aimed at supporting national talent and encouraging regional innovation in the field of international dispute resolution. They also discussed opportunities to expand youth engagement and strengthen training and professional development programmes in this vital field, contributing to the development of the arbitration ecosystem and opening…

Doha : His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, received Antonio Costa, President of the European Council, and his accompanying delegation. The meeting discussed regional and international updates, particularly the developments in the Middle East, foremost among them the situation in the Gaza Strip and the Republic of Lebanon, in light of the ongoing escalation and its humanitarian and security repercussions. The two sides also discussed the impact of this escalation on regional security, especially on the security of international maritime navigation and the stability of global energy markets. They emphasized the importance…

Manama : General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Interior Minister, visited the King Fahd Causeway Coast Guard Base to review operational readiness and security efficiency in addressing the repercussions of the Iranian aggression.  He was received upon arrival by Lieutenant General Tariq bin Hassan Al Hassan, Chief of Public Security. At the outset of the visit, the minister conveyed to Coast Guard personnel the greetings and appreciation of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander…

Manama : Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, arrived in the Kingdom of Bahrain today, accompanied by an official delegation, on an official visit to the Kingdom. Upon arrival at Bahrain International Airport, he was received by Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Shaikh Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa, Director General of Bilateral Relations at the Ministry; Ambassador Salah Mohammed Shehab, Chief of Protocol at the Ministry; Yousif Al Banwan, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the State of Kuwait to the Kingdom of Bahrain; Ambassador…

Manama : Isa bin Abdulrahman Al Hammadi, the Advisor for Media Affairs at the Court of the Crown Prince, received Isa Al Shaiji, Chairman of the Bahrain Journalists Association (BJA).  Al Hammadi commended the vital role played by the BJA in supporting the progress of journalistic work, developing national competencies, and advancing media content, in a way that enhances the sector’s ability to keep pace with rapid transformations and contribute effectively to various development paths. He said the national press plays a key role in raising awareness and conveying accurate information, supported by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al…

Abu Dhabi : His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Dr. Jafar Hassan, Prime Minister of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, attended the signing of an agreement to develop a railway network in Jordan and establish the UAE–Jordan Railway Company. The agreement includes the construction and operation of a 360 kilometre railway linking the mining areas of Al Shidiya and Ghor Al Safi to the Port of Aqaba, with a capacity to transport 16 million tonnes annually of phosphate and potash, at an investment of US$2.3 billion.…

Dhaka : United Nations’ refugee and migration agencies said that at least 250 people, including Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals, were missing after a boat capsized in the Andaman Sea recently on the way to Malaysia. Lt. Com. Sabbir Alam Suzan, Bangladesh Coast Guard spokesperson said that on Wednesday nine people, including three Rohingya and six Bangladeshis, were rescued on April 9. The U.N. high commissioner for refugees and the International Organisation for Migration said that the boat departed from Teknaf in the southern Bangladeshi, carrying a large number of passengers to Malaysia. Overcrowding, strong winds and rough seas caused…