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Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (1) of 2026, regarding the transfer and appointment of directors at the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, based on a proposal submitted by the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture. Article (I) Abbas Abdullah Hussain Arafat, Director of Vegetation Development at the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, shall be transferred to serve as the Director of the Afforestation and Parks at the same ministry, succeeding Ahmed Abdulaziz Ahmed Buasali. Article (II) Ahmed Abdulaziz Ahmed Buasali, Director of the…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (2) of 2026, on the restructuring of the Council for Regulating the Practice of Engineering Professions, based on a proposal submitted by the Minister of Works and following the approval of the Cabinet. Article (I) The Council for Regulating the Practice of Engineering Professions shall be reconstituted as follows: – Dr. Abdullah Yousif Taleb, Chairman – Mohammed Mirza Al Oraibi, Vice Chairman – Jawad Jaafar Al Jabal, Member – Dr. Isa Salman Qambar, Member – Khalid Mohammed Al Ansari, Member…

Abu Dhabi : Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs, participated in Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026, held alongside Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President. The event brought together heads of state and government, ministers, senior officials and international experts to discuss global sustainability priorities. Its programme featured more than 30 specialised sessions covering the future of energy systems, water and food security, environmental protection, and the use of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to support sustainable development. Minister Humaidan said Bahrain’s participation in…

Manama : Ali Al Mansoori continued his incredible undefeated run in the 2025/2026 Bahrain Touring Car Challenge (BTCC), winning both races over the weekend in the season’s fourth round, held as part of National Race Day at Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) in Sakhir.Al Mansoori powered his Honda Civic contender to victory in both of the meeting’s 15-lap sprints, earning him his seventh and eighth victories in as many events so far this campaign.His latest double highlighted an action-packed occasion at ‘The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East’, where action was also held in Time Attack.Taking victories in the series’…

Tokyo : HE South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and HE Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held summit talks in Nara, Japan. HE President Lee emphasised that cooperation between South Korea and Japan is more important than ever, citing the complex and dizzying international order. He stated that South Korea and Japan have built mutually beneficial relations over the past 60 years since normalising diplomatic ties and expressed hope to further develop the relationship over the next 60 years. HE Prime Minister Takaichi said she would work closely with Lee to promote regional stability, expressing hope that his visit would…

Riyadh : The Saudi Ministry of Commerce prohibited the use of the name of “Allah” Almighty or any of the names of Allah on bags and packaging that may be exposed to disrespect. The ministry emphasised the importance of commercial establishments complying with the decision. The ministry urged chambers of commerce across the Kingdom to convey this directive to their members and to all commercial establishments. Compliance with the decision will be monitored throughout the Kingdom and legal action will be taken against violators, the ministry said.

Abu Dhabi : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of Bapco Energies, attended the opening ceremony of “Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026”, the global platform for accelerating sustainability, held under the theme “The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go” at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre “ADNEC”. The opening was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and a number…

Sydney : Thousands of people in Australia’s northeast state of Queensland were without power on Sunday after a tropical cyclone crossed the coast, bringing heavy rain and destructive winds. Koji, a category one cyclone, made landfall between the towns of Ayr and Bowen, about 500 km (310 miles) north of the state capital Brisbane, before weakening to a tropical low. The storm, with wind gusts of up to 95 kph (59 mph) and heavy rain, hit coastal towns including Mackay, a tourist hub and gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Around 15,000 properties had lost power due to Koji, which…

Manama : Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has introduced more flexible baggage options and greater value to support passengers’ travel plans during January, as demand is expected to rise during the school holiday period. The offer includes an increased 40% discount on prepaid extra baggage for bookings made throughout January 2026, helping passengers plan their journeys effectively. The discount is available to all Gulf Air passengers, provided that additional baggage is purchased through Gulf Air’s official channels at least 24 hours before departure. Gulf Air continues to provide baggage allowances for its cabins. Economy Class…

Manama : Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), ‘The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East’, hosts the official draw and autograph session for the 2026 Bahrain Darts Masters on Wednesday, January 14, at Bahrain Rugby Club in Saar. The fan-engagement event will determine the match-ups for the first round of the two-day darts’ spectacle, and it is scheduled for a 6:30 pm start. BIC is inviting all ticket holders to this year’s Bahrain Darts Masters to join in the pre-competition formalities. The 2026 Bahrain Darts Masters will be taking place January 15-16 at Terminal 4 by Beyon in Exhibition World Bahrain.…