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Manama : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, said that charitable work is an authentic and deeply-rooted value in the Bahraini society, reflecting the generosity, selflessness and solidarity of the people of Bahrain, and the noble values they inherited, which made doing good deeds an integral part of the society’s culture. On the International Charity Day observed annually on 5 September, His Highness said that the Kingdom of Bahrain’s distinguished standing in charitable work is the result…

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 3,152 inspection campaigns and visits, during the month of August 2026, which resulted in the detention of 77 violating and irregular workers, while 543 violators were deported as part of continuous efforts to maintain a fair, stable, and competitive labour market. The inspection campaigns and visits also resulted in monitoring a number of violations related to the provisions of a number of regulating laws, especially the Labour Market Regulatory Authority and the Residency Laws in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that legal measures were taken regarding the observed…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with His Excellency Dr Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education, and the principals of schools awarded the Gold quality seal as part of the fifth review cycle of Bahrain’s education and training sector, issued by the Education and Training Quality Authority (BQA), at Gudaibiya Palace. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister expressed his gratitude and appreciation for His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s commendation, during His Majesty’s address marking the start of the new academic year, of the…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), today issued Edict (2) of 2026 reconstituting the Board of Directors of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat). Article (I) The Board of Directors of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat) shall be reconstituted under the Chairmanship of His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, with the following members: 1.The Minister of Cabinet Affairs 2.The Minister of Industry and Commerce 3.The Adviser for Political and Economic Affairs at the…

Manama : The Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications stressed the need for all operators of student transport services to obtain the required licence before providing services, as preparations continue for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Ministry said licensing is aimed at ensuring compliance with approved regulations and requirements, and verifying that vehicles and drivers meet the necessary safety and technical standards to provide safe and reliable transport services. It urged individuals and companies wishing to operate student transport services to complete licensing procedures before commencing operations, noting that providing such services without the required licence constitutes a violation of the…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, visited the Gadeha “Up to the Challenge” Junior Training Camp. HM the King was accompanied by His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Personal Representative of His Majesty the King. The camp is held under the directives of Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor and Royal Guard Commander, and under the supervision of Colonel His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Commander of the Royal Guard Special Operations. It is organised in partnership between the…

Manama : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, met with Yusuff Ali, Chairman of Lulu Group. The minister highlighted the importance of enhancing food security, strengthening supply chain efficiency and ensuring the availability of local market needs. He commended Lulu Group’s active contribution to Bahrain’s retail sector and its role in meeting consumers’ needs for food products and other goods. Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa affirmed the important role played by the private sector in supporting development efforts and creating further investment opportunities, contributing to economic growth. The minister noted Bahrain’s commitment to providing the…

Manama : Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development and Chief Executive of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), received Simon Martin, Chargé d’Affaires of the United Kingdom’s Embassy in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Noor bint Ali emphasised the strong relations between Bahrain and the UK, based on close economic and investment ties. She also highlighted the progress in bilateral cooperation through stronger ties and the creation of investment and partnership opportunities across various sectors, supported by the UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement. She also discussed with the UK Chargé d’Affaires the future opportunities offered by the Kingdom’s competitive…

Manama : StartUp Bahrain, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s leading national platform for supporting startups, powered by the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), organised the 27th edition of StartUp Bahrain Pitch, with the support of the SMEs Development Board, to encourage Bahraini youth to innovate and enhance the Kingdom’s entrepreneurial environment. The event was attended by Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development and Chief Executive of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB); Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce and Chairman of the SMEs Development Board; Maha Abdulhameed Mofeez, Chief Executive of Tamkeen; Dalal Al Ghais, Chief Executive…

Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain hosted the 18th meeting of the Executive Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council Customs Union Authority, chaired by Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Jamal, Chairman of the Authority’s Executive Council and President of the General Authority of Customs of the State of Qatar. The meeting was attended by heads and directors-general of customs authorities and administrations of the GCC states, as well as members of the Executive Council. Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Customs President, commended the efforts of the GCC Customs Union Authority and the significant progress made towards completing the requirements for…