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Washington : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Finance and National Economy Minister, delivered a statement to the World Bank’s Development Committee on behalf of the Arab Group and the Maldives, which Bahrain represents, at the Committee’s 110th meeting. The meeting was held as part of the annual meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C. Shaikh Salman emphasised the importance of unifying international efforts and building on achievements in global cooperation to support progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He underscored the World Bank’s role in launching initiatives that foster prosperity for all…

Washington : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, spoke at the Standard Chartered Investor Forum held as part of the annual meetings of the World Bank and IMF in Washington, USA. The forum was attended by Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Sustainable Development Minister, and Khalid Humaidan, Central Bank Governor. The minister affirmed Bahrain’s commitment to economic diversification through policies and initiatives aimed at stimulating growth in promising sectors. This effort supports the comprehensive development process led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and followed up by His Royal Highness Prince Salman…

Qingdao : Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs, participated in the third ministerial conference for energy ministers under the Belt and Road Initiative, held in Qingdao, China, from October 23-24, supported by China’s National Energy Administration (NEA). The event brought together over 600 participants, including energy ministers, ambassadors from 80 countries, and leaders of 17 international organisations. The Minister highlighted Bahrain’s commitment to expanding renewable energy, in line with royal directives and the government’s efforts led by His Royal Higness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Humaidan outlined Bahrain’s infrastructure…

Manama : Under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Bahrain hosts the ISF Gymnasiade Bahrain 2024 during October 23-31. Approximately 5,551 students from 80 school federations across 71 countries will participate in this event, fostering enthusiasm and a spirit of competition among young athletes from around the globe. The event kicked off yesterday with the General Assembly of the ISF, before the official opening ceremony held today at the National Stadium. The ceremony showcased diverse artistic and sports performances that reflect Bahrain’s cultural heritage, embodying values of tolerance, and fraternity, alongside performances from participating countries.…

Manama : The Court of Cassation issued its second judgment upholding an arbitral award issued under the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution Arbitration Rules (BCDR). The Court’s decision establishes that terms of reference in arbitration procedures serve to supplement, rather than replace, the original agreement unless explicitly stated otherwise. Furthermore, it clarifies that Bahraini Evidence Law does not constitute a matter of public policy. The appeal brought before the Court of Cassation sought to annul an arbitral award concerning a property management dispute. The dispute arose between two companies regarding the management of commercial property, where the appellant was alleged…

Washington : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, participated in a panel titled “Gulf Economic Integration: Achievements and Aspirations,” organised by the GCC General Secretariat in cooperation with the World Bank. The session, held as part of the annual meetings of the World Bank and IMF in Washington, showcased GCC achievements in addressing global and regional challenges, strengthening competitiveness, and promoting economic integration. Also participating were Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Jadaan, Saudi Finance Minister, Noora bint Sulaiman Al Fassam, Kuwaiti Minister of Finance and Acting Minister of Oil, and Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari,…

Manama : Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the National Security Adviser and Commander of the Royal Guard, received Casey Swails, Deputy Associate Administrator of NASA.  Steven C. Bondy, Ambassador of the United States to Bahrain; Shaikh Khalid bin Ali Al Khalifa, Deputy National Security Adviser; and Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim Al Aseeri, Chief Executive Officer of the National Space Science Agency (NSSA), were present. HH Shaikh Nasser underscored Bahrain’s achievements in space sciences, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, supported by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, has deputised His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), Chairman of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), to attend the opening ceremony of the International School Games (ISF) Gymnasiade Bahrain 2024. In his remarks, HH Shaikh Khalid expressed gratitude to HM the King for his generous support of the Gymnasiade, highlighting the event as a vital opportunity for fostering cooperation among nations through sports. HH Shaikh Khalid emphasised Bahrain’s commitment…

Manama : The 2023-2024 report on the performance of Bahrain’s education and training sector has been released, offering an in-depth analysis of how the sector is performing. The report highlights effective practices in educational institutions, identifies areas needing improvement, and provides recommendations to enhance overall quality. Dr. Mariam Hassan Al-Sayed Mustafa, CEO of the Education and Training Quality Authority (BQA), affirmed BQA’s commitment to transparency and professionalism in producing these regular reports. She noted that the insights provided are crucial for driving continuous improvement in the sector, encouraging institutions to maintain their strengths and address areas requiring development to raise…

Manama : Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education and Chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee for the International School Games (ISF) Gymnasiade Bahrain 2024, opened the educational forum accompanying the event, held under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. The forum took place at the Exhibition World Bahrain, with the participation of international officials, including Youssef Belqasmi, First Vice Presiden of the ISF, and Dr. Abdulrahman bin Mohammed Al Asmi, Director-General of the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States. The forum focused on the development of school sports, their integration into…