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Manama : Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, chaired a meeting between the Ministers of Commerce of GCC member states and Chris Bryant, UK Minister for Trade. The meeting was held via videoconference on the sidelines of the Industrial and Commercial Cooperation Committee meetings of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), chaired by the Kingdom of Bahrain. Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, the Secretary-General of the GCC, attended the meeting. In his remarks, Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro emphasised the deep well-established relations between the GCC countries and the United Kingdom, highlighting the mutual trust, shared interests, and unified vision for…

Amman : The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan affirmed its support for the sovereign measures taken by the Kingdom of Bahrain’s leadership to protect its security, sovereignty, and the safety of its citizens. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Jordan expressed absolute support and solidarity with Bahrain. It affirmed Amman’s backing for all steps and measures taken to protect the Gulf nation’s sovereignty, security, and stability, maintain safety of its citizens and residents, and deter interference in its internal affairs.

Manama :  The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) announced that all its services and units are at the highest levels of readiness and full defensive preparedness. The General Command expressed pride in the advanced combat readiness and high vigilance demonstrated by its personnel in carrying out their national duties to defend the Kingdom and safeguard its achievements. It urged the public to exercise caution regarding any unfamiliar or suspicious objects resulting from the attacks, and to avoid approaching or handling them. The General Command affirmed that personnel of the Royal Field Engineering Unit remain fully prepared to…

Riyadh : The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed support for the sovereign measures taken by the leadership of the Kingdom of Bahrain to safeguard its security and uphold its sovereignty. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its full backing of Bahrain in all actions it undertakes to address any threats to its security and stability and to deter any attempts to undermine its sovereignty or interfere in its internal affairs. It emphasised that Bahrain’s security is inseparable from the security of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued a message on World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on May 3. His Majesty the King extended appreciation to the press and media community, reiterating the Kingdom of Bahrain’s steadfast commitment to supporting freedom of opinion and expression and responsible press freedom. His Majesty said these principles are essential to a nation built on law and constitutional institutions, and a reflection of the Kingdom’s ongoing democratic process since the launch of its reforms. His Majesty stressed that free and responsible speech reflects the vitality of societies and their public…

Manama : On the occasion of International Labour Day 2026, the Indian Community Welfare Association – ICRF Bahrain, in association with Lulu Care, Epix Cinema, and Dana Mall, and with the support of BBK, arranged a movie experience to honour the hard work and dedication of workers from various sectors. The special Silver Screen Experience for approximately 250 workers was held on Friday, 1st May 2026 at a theatre located within Dana Mall, Sanabis. What made this celebration truly unique was the inclusion of a diverse group of workers, including a significant number of female domestic workers, many of whom…

Manama : The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) announced that all its services and units are at the highest levels of readiness and full defensive preparedness. The General Command expressed pride in the advanced combat readiness and high vigilance demonstrated by its personnel in carrying out their national duties to defend the Kingdom and safeguard its achievements. It urged the public to exercise caution regarding any unfamiliar or suspicious objects resulting from the attacks, and to avoid approaching or handling them. The General Command affirmed that personnel of the Royal Field Engineering Unit remain fully prepared to…

Abu Dhabi : His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), reaffirmed the UAE’s full support for the sovereign measures undertaken by the Kingdom of Bahrain to safeguard its security, uphold its sovereignty and national achievements, and counter any attempts to undermine the Kingdom’s stability. His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Zayed stressed that the security of the Kingdom of Bahrain is an integral part of the security of the UAE and the Gulf states.

Manama : Dr. Jameela Mohammed Redha Al Salman, Chairperson of the Services Committee at the Shura Council, expressed support for the remarks delivered by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to the media, noting that they reflect His Majesty’s commitment to safeguarding national unity and protecting the Kingdom’s security from all forms of threat. Dr. Al Salman stressed that sympathy with those whose citizenship was revoked due to treason or cooperation, and the justification of or support for the Iranian aggression targeting the security of the region, constitutes a departure from national principles and contradicts the responsibility expected…

Manama : The Bharathi Association, a registered body functioning under the guidance of the Ministry of Social Affairs, celebrated this year’s International Workers’ Day in a distinctive and meaningful manner, honouring the contributions of labourers across the Kingdom. As part of the celebrations, members of the association dedicated the entire day to visiting labour camps, where they distributed lunch and dinner, and engaged workers in a series of entertainment activities. This initiative aimed to bring joy and recognition to those who play a vital role in the nation’s development. May Day has been a significant annual event for the association,…