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Manama :  His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa sent a cable of condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, Amir of the State of Kuwait, following the passing of Sheikh Ali Abdullah Al Khalifa Al Sabah.

Amman : Jordan’s national exports to countries within the Greater Arab Free Trade Area (GAFTA) recorded a 16.9% increase during the first half of 2025, reaching JD 1.851 billion, compared with JD 1.583 billion during the same period last year. This performance solidifies the region as Jordan’s leading trade partner. According to data from the Department of Statistics, exports to GAFTA countries accounted for 42.3% of Jordan’s total exports during the first six months of the year. Imports from the GAFTA also saw an upswing, rising by 10.5% to JD 2.598 billion, up from JD 2.352 billion in the corresponding…

Washington, The United States has implemented a decision by President Donald Trump to double tariffs on imports from India, raising duties to as much as 50%, effective Wednesday. The increase, which adds a new 25% levy linked to India’s purchase of Russian oil to an existing 25% tariff on a wide range of goods, marks a significant strain in bilateral trade relations. The higher duties apply to products including garments, gems and jewellery, footwear, sporting goods, furniture and chemicals, placing them among the steepest tariff levels imposed by the United States, comparable to those applied on imports from Brazil and…

Manama : Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor and Royal Guard Commander, attended the inauguration of the Al Roudha Camp Roundabout. At the centre of the roundabout stands a memorial dedicated to the achievement of the Royal Guard team that scaled Mount Everest, with the climbers themselves attending the opening ceremony. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad emphasised that the memorial stands as a testament to the courage and determination of the Royal Guard personnel who raised the Bahraini flag on the world’s highest peak. His Highness said it reflects the spirit of challenge…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, received Admiral Charles Bradford Cooper, Commander of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), and the accompanying delegation, at Al Safriya Palace. HM the King welcomed the CENTCOM Commander and his delegation, congratulating him on assuming his new duties and wishing him success in strengthening Bahraini-US cooperation in the defence and security sectors, to serve regional security and peace. HM the King underscored the longstanding strategic relations and close historical partnership between the two countries, built over decades on trust, respect, and joint coordination. …

Manama : Arla foods have benefited from the Enterprise Training Support Program offered by the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), contributing to the career growth of 160 of its Bahraini employees. This initiative aligns with the company’s broader efforts to invest in their Bahraini professionals by helping develop and enhance their skills. The Enterprise Training Support Program assists enterprises seeking to develop and enhance the skills of their Bahraini employees by covering up to 100% of the training costs. This program aims to boost employee productivity, support organizational growth, and increase overall competitiveness of Bahraini talent. This support comes in alignment with…

Manama :  Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, made an inspection visit to the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC), accompanied by Shaikh Mishal bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Works, and Dr. Maher Al Shaer, Managing Director of Buraq Al Retaj Company. The delegation reviewed ongoing afforestation work at the club’s facilities, in the presence of Yousif Osama Buhejji, Chief Executive Officer of the club, and a number of officials. The minister affirmed that efforts to expand green cover in Bahrain are guided by a comprehensive national vision aimed at promoting…

Manama : The Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today chaired the weekly Cabinet Meeting at Gudaibiya Palace. The Cabinet emphasised the importance of the visit of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to the Sultanate of Oman and the meeting held with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al-Said, the Sultan of Oman. The Cabinet also commended the deep-rooted relations between the two countries. Marking the 24th anniversary of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), the Cabinet commended the Council’s contributions and recognised the pivotal role of Bahraini women in driving national…

Dakar : Senegal authorities said they had detected a case of mpox in a foreign man who arrived in the West African country last week. The health ministry said it was the first case it had detected this year. It was not immediately clear how many cases, if any, had been reported there before January. “The patient’s clinical condition is stable. He is currently in isolation and is receiving care,” the ministry said in a statement late on Saturday. It did not give details on what variant of the infection had been found.

Manama : Al Hilal Healthcare Group, under the leadership of Dr. Sharath Chandran, CEO, Mr. Asif, Vice President of Al Hilal Healthcare Group, and the Al Hilal Healthcare Group Marketing Team, officially launched the Kabayan Privilege Card, a special initiative dedicated to the Filipino community in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The launch, held at Al Hilal Medical Center – Salmabad Branch, was organized in collaboration with the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain and took place on Friday, 22 August 2025. The event was attended by H.E. Anne Jalando-on Louis, Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Kingdom of Bahrain,…