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Manama :   The Executive Board of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) endorsed the Country Programme Document (CPD) for the Kingdom of Bahrain for 2025 – 2029, reaffirming the strong partnership with the Kingdom. The CPD serves as a strategic framework that aligns UNDP’s work with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national development priorities, outlined in the Kingdom of Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, which was signed in December 2024. The new CPD focuses on improving prosperity and sustainability through diversified, inclusive, and private-sector-driven growth and strengthening governance systems, the rule of law,…

Manama : The Youth Affairs Ministry, in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Bahrain, has launched a national competition to design and issue a commemorative postage stamp in celebration of Bahrain Youth Day. The initiative aims to highlight the creativity of Bahrain youth through a stamp design that reflects their aspirations and achievements. It also underscores the importance of strategic partnerships between government institutions and international organisations in providing platforms for young talents to express their ideas and innovations in design. The competition offers young artists and designers the opportunity…

Manama : The Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture issued approximately 6,550 building permits in 2024, reflecting Bahrain’s rapid urban growth. According to Shaikh Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary for Municipalities Affairs, the “Benayat” (buildings) system has significantly streamlined permit issuance, enhancing efficiency and accelerating approval processes. Of the total permits issued, 1,780 were processed through Benayat with an average approval time of two working days. Residential building permits accounted for 70% of approvals, while investment apartment buildings made up 4.4%, and special use projects comprised 22.3%. Continuous updates to Benayat have introduced 11 new services, including permits for…

Dubai : The Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) won two prestigious awards at the 17th edition of the Ideas Arabia International Award, organised by the Dubai Quality Group. The event brought together representatives from leading public and private institutions across several countries, including Switzerland, the UAE, Bahrain, and Oman, to promote innovation and quality across various sectors. The award ceremony was held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, under the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, who also…

Manama : Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), issued Decision (1) of 2025 to establish the Committee for Women working in Nurseries and Kindergartens. The decision stipulated that the committee is tasked with examining the conditions of women employed in nurseries and kindergartens, proposing general policies for their professional development and regulation, and recommending suitable training and qualification programmes to enhance the quality of the early education sector. The committee shall be chaired by Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, a member…

Abu Dhabi : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa arrived today in the United Arab Emirates. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, received His Majesty upon arrival. His Majesty is accompanied by His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and a delegation of senior officials.

Riyadh : His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, held a telephone call with His Excellency Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The two sides reviewed relations, cooperation, and development opportunities. They also discussed regional and international developments and efforts to achieve security and stability.

Rabat : Means of bolstering Moroccan-Kuwaiti judicial cooperation were the focus of talks in Kuwait between Mohamed Abdennabaoui, First President of Morocco’s Court of Cassation and President-Delegate of the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power (CSPJ), and Adel Majid Bouresli, President of Kuwait’s Supreme Judicial Council and the head of the Court of Cassation During these talks, attended by the Moroccan ambassador to Kuwait, the two parties agreed to strengthen cooperative relations between the two Councils in the fields of training and exchange of expertise. The aim is also to benefit from best practices in judicial matters, in addition to…

Manama : Yousif bin Abdulhussain Khalaf, Minister of Legal Affairs and Acting Labour Minister, received Vinod Kurian Jacob, Ambassador of India to Bahrain. Khalaf underscored Bahrain’s commitment to strengthening relations with India across various sectors. He highlighted Bahrain’s advanced labour legislation, which ensures workers’ rights, along with its business-friendly environment that fosters economic growth. On his part, the ambassador commended the strong ties between the two countries and commended Bahrain’s progress and development across various sectors, particularly in fostering a safe working environment. He noted that Bahrain’s labour laws align with international labour standards, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to best…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued Edict (5) of 2025 on the general framework for reviewing kindergarten performance, following the recommendation of the Chairman of the Board of the Education and Training Quality Authority and Cabinet approval. Article (I) The general framework for reviewing the performance of kindergartens attached to this edict shall be implemented. Article (II) The edict will be published in the Official Gazette and takes effect in February 2025.