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Manama, : The Ministry of Labour has developed 20 services as part of its efforts to enhance services for all citizens and residents in Bahrain. This comes in line with the comprehensive development process, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and the the directives of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister to develop 500 services across 24 government entities. Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, the Minister of Labour, said that the ministry has enhanced various services to simplify procedures, reduce documentation by 50%, and decrease service completion time by 25%, with many services now fully…

Manama : The Board of Trustees of the Higher Education Council (HEC), chaired by Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, the Minister of Education and Chairman of the Council, held its periodic meeting. The council approved several academic programmes for accreditation by the HEC, including those listed on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)). The validity of the academic accreditation will remain in effect until the results of the next review cycle, in accordance with the procedures of the Education and Training Quality Authority. The council also approved key indicators for the development of Bahrain’s higher education sector, focusing on institutional and…

New York : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, met Dr. Peya Mushelenga, the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of Namibia, on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting discussed the development of bilateral ties between Bahrain and Namibia and explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation in various areas. The two sides also exchanged views on key regional and international issues of mutual interest. The ministers signed a joint statement formalising diplomatic relations between the two countries. Ambassador Jamal Fares Al Rowaiei, the Permanent Representative of Bahrain to…

New York : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, attended a reception hosted by the President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, on the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 79) in New York. His Royal Highness was leading Bahrain’s delegation on behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister conveyed the greetings of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to President Joe Biden. His Royal Highness emphasised the depth of the strategic…

Abu Dhabi : The Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates announced that four members of the UAE Armed Forces have fallen and nine others were injured in an accident on Tuesday evening, September 24, while performing their duties in the country. The ministry confirmed that the injured are receiving appropriate medical care and expressed hopes for their speedy recovery.

Manama :  Dr. Isa Nasser Al Nuaimi, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Consular and Administrative Affairs, received Li Mingxiang, Vice Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Dr. Al Nuaimi underscored the strength of Bahrain-China relations, noting that they reached a significant milestone with the announcement of a comprehensive strategic partnership. This development followed the state visit of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to Beijing last May, which took place at the invitation of Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China. He…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Undersecretary of the Cabinet Affairs Ministry and Honorary President of the Good Word Society (GWS), announced the launch of the fourth edition of the Youth Leaders Initiative, which will take place in October. The initiative is organised by GWS and the Arab Voluntary Union (AVU), in collaboration with the Arab League’s Department of Sustainable Development and International Cooperation, the United Nations (UN) Volunteers programme, and the UN Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO). The initiative aims to equip 70 young men and women with leadership skills, following the graduation of 210 participants…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, issued Edict (14) of 2024 regarding the appointment of the board of the Bahrain Fencing Association. The new board of the Bahrain Fencing Association for the new term (2024-2028) shall be chaired by Shaikh Ibrahim bin Salman Al Khalifa. Members include Rashid Saad Al Mudhaki, Jassim Hamad Al Dosari, Nahed Mubarak Afnaan, Fawaz Yusuf Ahmed, Ibrahim Mohammed Huwaishal, and Abdulmajid Abdullah Al Qasim.

Manama : Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al Asfoor, the Minister of Social Development, opened the first Gulf Youth Forum on Social Responsibility, attended by Rawaan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, the Minister of Youth Affairs. The forum was organised by the Bahrain Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Society, with participation from various relevant institutions and social figures. Al Asfoor highlighted the important role of civil society institutions as key partners in national efforts, praising the community initiatives undertaken by this developmental sector. He said that the forum serves as a platform for constructive dialogue and the exchange of ideas on how to enhance…

Manama : The Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) has developed 21 services as part of its efforts to enhance services for all citizens and residents in Bahrain. This comes in line with the comprehensive development process, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and the the directives of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister to develop 500 services across 24 government entities. Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, President of the Electricity and Water Authority (EWA), underscored that the developed services include 17 technical services related to electricity and water, three services for electricity and water connections, and…