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Manama :   As part of efforts to improve traffic flow and enhance road safety on key highways, the General Directorate of Traffic announced that, starting September 1,  King Hamad Highway will be added to the list of roads where heavy vehicles (weighing over 3 tonnes) are prohibited during peak hours, from 6:30 to 8:00 A.M. and from 2:00 to 3:00 P.M. The restriction excludes emergency vehicles and pre-authorised public service vehicles. The General Directorate of Traffic has called on all companies, institutions, and drivers to adhere to the peak hour restrictions and comply with traffic regulations. It emphasised that…

Manama :The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain marked the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with the United Mexican States, which commenced in 1975. The Ministry expressed the Kingdom’s pride in the longstanding relations between Bahrain and Mexico, founded on mutual respect and shared values, and underscored the steady progress in bilateral cooperation across various domains. It underscored the strength of the partnership between the two countries, supported by high-level exchanges and regular rounds of political consultations between their respective foreign ministries. These efforts have contributed to deepening dialogue and enhancing coordination on regional…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa held a telephone call today with His Excellency Mahmoud Abbas, President of the State of Palestine. Both sides reviewed the strong bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Palestine and discussed means to support and enhance cooperation across various domains. The call also discussed regional developments and issues related to the Palestinian cause. His Majesty the King reiterated the Kingdom’s firm stance on the Palestinian cause, supporting all efforts aimed at reaching a peaceful and lasting solution. HE President Abbas expressed appreciation for Bahrain’s support under the leadership of…

Manama : Under the Rayaat program, Al Mabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has announced the launch of its Al Tamyoz scholarships for the 2026 – 2027 academic year, designed for gifted students seeking post-graduate opportunities in highly specialised domains. Candidates will be selected based on their exceptional merit in these niche areas, with the programme aiming to contribute positively to the local community and labour market. To date, the Foundation has offered over 494 scholarships across a wide range of academic disciplines, tailored to students’ ambitions and competencies while also aligning with labour market demands and Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2050. Graduates…

Manama : The Ministry of Labour has announced the opening of registration for the 40th edition of the national ceremony honouring outstanding Bahraini workers in the private sector. The event, held annually under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain, is scheduled to take place in December. The Ministry has invited private sector companies and institutions to nominate high-performing Bahraini employees for recognition. Submission are to be made via the ministry’s official website, www.mol.gov.bh. The deadline for nominations is September 30. Eligible nominees must be Bahraini nationals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment…

Manama : The Supreme Council for Women has opened applications for the fifth edition of the “Imtiaz” Initiative, inviting Bahraini female entrepreneurs to showcase their projects and success stories. The initiative recognises women under 45 with at least three years of entrepreneurial experience. Applicants must be Bahraini nationals, submit a financial report, and hold a valid business licence with at least 50% ownership in a trade or service-based project. Applications close on August 30. The initiative, launched in 2011 by Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, aims to empower women, promote economic participation, and highlight outstanding business…

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 1,425 inspection campaigns and visits from July 27 to August 2, which resulted in the detention of 14 violating and irregular workers, while 106 violators were deported. The inspection campaigns and visits also resulted in monitoring several violations related to the provisions of several regulating laws, especially the Labour Market Regulatory Authority and the Residency Laws in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that legal measures were taken regarding the observed violations. The Authority pointed out that 1,411 inspection visits were carried out on various shops in all governorates,…

Manama : Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education, approved several regulatory decisions for the private education sector. These included licensing new private schools, an educational centre, early education institutions, and expanding educational services in several private institutions, as well as transferring ownership of some licenses.Key school-related decisions:- Licensing the establishment of Al Mawahib British Private School.- Licensing the addition of a secondary stage at Nadeen Private School.Educational centre decisions:-Licensing the establishment of Kunooz Al Arabia Private Educational Centre.Early education institutions (nurseries and kindergartens) decisions:-Licensing the establishment of Start Smart Nursery and Kindergarten.-Licensing the establishment of Rising Stars Nursery…

Manama :The Ministry of Interior has established a specialised office under the General Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Forensic Science to support victims of human trafficking.The office, aligned with international standards, provides a safe environment for victims to give testimony and includes a dedicated space for children. It aims to enhance cooperation with judicial authorities from investigation to prosecution.This step reflects Bahrain’s commitment to combating trafficking in persons, in line with Law No. 1 of 2008 with Respect to Trafficking in Persons and the Palermo Protocol, ratified under Law No. (4) of 2004.The Forensic Media Division emphasised ongoing awareness efforts…

Makkah : The General Court of Audit (GCA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Court of Accounts of the Republic of Türkiye signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in accounting, auditing, and professional development.  The agreement reflects both sides’ commitment to building partnerships and exchanging expertise. Under the terms of the MoU, the two Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) will collaborate on financial, compliance, and performance auditing, exchange expertise, and build professional capacities. The agreement includes cooperation in research and advisory projects, the organisation of joint meetings, conferences, and training programmes on topics of mutual interest,…