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Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received a cable of thanks from His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Deputy Amir of the State of Qatar, and His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, in response to HRH’s cable of condolences following the passing of  Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Industry.

Manama : A delegation from the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), led by H.E. Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development, Chief Executive of Bahrain EDB, has commenced a five-day visit to the United Kingdom (UK) as a part of its ongoing internationaloutreach efforts to strengthen economic ties, deepen investor engagement, and showcase the Kingdom as a resilient destination for investment. The visit’s agenda features a series of high-level meetings, investor roundtables, and engagements with business leaders and industry stakeholders across key priority sectors. The recent UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement signed earlier this year represents a significant milestone…

Manama : : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India. Dr. Al Zayani highlighted the historical ties between Bahrain and India, supported by mutual respect and constructive cooperation. He commended the continued growth of bilateral ties and reaffirmed both countries’ commitment to expanding cooperation through the Joint Ministerial Committee and the implementation of existing agreements. Dr. Al Zayani also expressed Bahrain’s appreciation for India’s solidarity with the Kingdom and its condemnation of the recent Iranian attacks against Bahrain. He commended India’s support for United…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with several newly appointed Undersecretaries and Assistant Undersecretaries at Gudaibiya Palace. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, affirmed that the Kingdom’s national achievements are the result of the ambitions of its citizens that continue to support the Kingdom’s comprehensive development and support its aspirations, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister congratulated the newly appointed officials on receiving the Royal Trust, wishing…

Manama : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, received María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, former President of the United Nations General Assembly and former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ecuador, who Antigua and Barbuda have nominated as a candidate for the next term of United Nations Secretary-General. The meeting reviewed the growing bilateral cooperation between Bahrain and Ecuador in areas of mutual interest. Garcés briefed Dr. Al Zayani on her campaign programme and vision for her candidacy for the position of United Nations Secretary-General. Dr. Al Zayani reaffirmed the importance of the UN Secretary-General’s role in advancing…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India, who is visiting the Kingdom. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, was present. HM the King reviewed means to further support the longstanding partnership between Bahrain and India, including opportunities to develop cooperation across various domains. HM the King said the strategic and longstanding Bahraini-Indian relations have continued over the decades on strong foundations of cooperation, respect and understanding. His Majesty expressed appreciation for India’s solidarity with Bahrain…

Manama : The Indian Community Welfare Association – ICRF Bahrain continue its annual summer awareness program – Thirst Quenchers 2026.  Aligning with the Ministry of Labour’s initiative to ensure a safe working environment during the sweltering summer months, ICRF Bahrain distributed water, juice, laban, orange, apple and banana at a worksite located in Budaiya.  This year the event is supported by the Ministry of Labour, LMRA and IOM.  Around 600 workers took part in the event.  ICRF Chairman Adv. V K Thomas, General Secretary Aneesh Sreedharan, Advisors Dr Babu Ramachandran and Aruldas Thomas, Thirst Quenchers Coordinator Chemban Jalal and other…

Manama : The Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Waqf has introduced a new electronic payment service for enforcement claims and monthly maintenance payments in partnership with Benefit Company, as part of ongoing government initiatives to modernise public services and accelerate digital transformation. The new service enhances the judicial payment system by enabling instant electronic settlement of enforcement-related payments, reducing processing time from three working days to an automated real-time transaction. The initiative has also halved the number of required documents, streamlined the process to no more than four steps, and introduced an improved user interface to provide a more…

Riyadh : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The meeting reviewed the historical ties between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia and their continued growth under the guidance of the two countries’ leadership. The ministers discussed means to further strengthen bilateral cooperation, advance joint projects under the Bahrain–Saudi Coordination Council, and promote the shared interests and objectives of the two countries. They also reviewed regional developments, efforts to enhance security and stability and safeguard freedom of navigation, as…

Manama : As part of a community partnership aimed at supporting the families and children of fallen servicemen, the Royal Fund for Fallen Servicemen signed an agreement with the University of Technology Bahrain (UTB), under which the university will provide one scholarship annually for three years. The agreement, with a total value of approximately BHD 42,000, reflects the University’s commitment to its social responsibility and its dedication to enhancing its contribution to empowering the children and families of fallen servicemen to continue their educational journey and build their academic and professional future. Shaikh Khalid bin Salman bin Khalid Al Khalifa,…