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Manama : The Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications stressed the need for all operators of student transport services to obtain the required licence before providing services, as preparations continue for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Ministry said licensing is aimed at ensuring compliance with approved regulations and requirements, and verifying that vehicles and drivers meet the necessary safety and technical standards to provide safe and reliable transport services. It urged individuals and companies wishing to operate student transport services to complete licensing procedures before commencing operations, noting that providing such services without the required licence constitutes a violation of the…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, visited the Gadeha “Up to the Challenge” Junior Training Camp. HM the King was accompanied by His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Personal Representative of His Majesty the King. The camp is held under the directives of Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor and Royal Guard Commander, and under the supervision of Colonel His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Commander of the Royal Guard Special Operations. It is organised in partnership between the…

Manama : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, met with Yusuff Ali, Chairman of Lulu Group. The minister highlighted the importance of enhancing food security, strengthening supply chain efficiency and ensuring the availability of local market needs. He commended Lulu Group’s active contribution to Bahrain’s retail sector and its role in meeting consumers’ needs for food products and other goods. Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa affirmed the important role played by the private sector in supporting development efforts and creating further investment opportunities, contributing to economic growth. The minister noted Bahrain’s commitment to providing the…

Manama : Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development and Chief Executive of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), received Simon Martin, Chargé d’Affaires of the United Kingdom’s Embassy in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Noor bint Ali emphasised the strong relations between Bahrain and the UK, based on close economic and investment ties. She also highlighted the progress in bilateral cooperation through stronger ties and the creation of investment and partnership opportunities across various sectors, supported by the UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement. She also discussed with the UK Chargé d’Affaires the future opportunities offered by the Kingdom’s competitive…

Manama : StartUp Bahrain, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s leading national platform for supporting startups, powered by the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), organised the 27th edition of StartUp Bahrain Pitch, with the support of the SMEs Development Board, to encourage Bahraini youth to innovate and enhance the Kingdom’s entrepreneurial environment. The event was attended by Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development and Chief Executive of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB); Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce and Chairman of the SMEs Development Board; Maha Abdulhameed Mofeez, Chief Executive of Tamkeen; Dalal Al Ghais, Chief Executive…

Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain hosted the 18th meeting of the Executive Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council Customs Union Authority, chaired by Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Jamal, Chairman of the Authority’s Executive Council and President of the General Authority of Customs of the State of Qatar. The meeting was attended by heads and directors-general of customs authorities and administrations of the GCC states, as well as members of the Executive Council. Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Customs President, commended the efforts of the GCC Customs Union Authority and the significant progress made towards completing the requirements for…

Manama : The Fuel Pricing and Monitoring Committee in the local market has announced approved fuel prices in the Kingdom of Bahrain for September, in line with the approved pricing mechanism and reflecting changes in global markets. The committee said the prices will apply from September 2 and include Jayyid (91), Mumtaz (95), Super (98), and Diesel as follows: – Jayyid (91): 0.225 Bahraini dinar per litre – Mumtaz (95): 0.247 Bahraini dinar per litre – Super (98): 0.380 Bahraini dinar per litre – Diesel: 0.229 Bahraini dinar per litre The committee also confirmed that diesel subsidies for Bahraini fishermen…

Manama : Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development and Chairman of the National Committee for the Care of People of Determination, attended the closing ceremony of the 2026 Summer Programme for People of Determination, held at the Mubarak Jassim Kanoo Comprehensive Social Centre. The programme was organised by the Ministry of Social Development in cooperation with the National Committee for the Care of People of Determination and in partnership with relevant civil society organisations. Minister Al Alawi said the summer programmes implemented by associations supporting people of determination demonstrated effective community partnership. He noted that their various…

Manama :The National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) and the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) organised a joint specialised cyber security awareness event for professionals in the financial services sector, titled “Securing Financial Services Data in the AI Era.”  The event was held as part of the ongoing collaboration between the two entities to raise awareness and enhance cyber security readiness in the sector, thereby promoting secure practices and effectively addressing growing cyber security risks and challenges. Jawaher Jasim Al Khaja, Director of Cyber Awareness and Training at NCSC, said in her opening remarks that the NCSC remains committed to supporting…

Manama : Under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Kingdom of Bahrain will host the inaugural “Made in GCC 2026” Forum and Exhibition, from October 6 – 8 at Bahrain Exhibition World.  The event will bring together senior officials, CEOs, manufacturers and investors from across the GCC. The Forum and Exhibition is one of the initiatives endorsed by GCC leaders at the Gulf Summit hosted by Bahrain in December 2025, aimed at strengthening industrial integration and economic cooperation among GCC countries. It builds on longstanding Gulf cooperation, including the Customs Union, GCC Common Market,…