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Manama: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (42) of 2024, restructuring the National Human Rights Committee based on a proposal by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and following the approval of the Cabinet. Article I The National Human Rights Committee shall be restructured, chaired by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and include the following members: 1. Undersecretary for Courts, Family Reconciliation and Alimony at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments. (Member) 2. Coordinator at the Prime Minister’s Office. (Member) 3. Secretary General of the General Secretariat…

Jeddah : The “teamLab Borderless” museum in Jeddah is bolstering the Kingdom’s position as a center for arts and culture, both regionally and globally. Jeddah, a prominent city in the Middle East with a rich history and a UNESCO World Heritage Site designation, was specifically chosen to host this groundbreaking museum. This selection aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and Jeddah’s strategic goal of becoming a top global destination for culture and tourism. The project is part of an initiative to develop infrastructure for cultural exhibitions, in line with efforts to increase cultural offerings in the Kingdom. The museum is a…

New York : The Kingdom of Bahrain, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and with the ongoing efforts of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, reaffirmed its commitment to continuing humanitarian initiatives that support international solidarity and partnership. These initiatives emphasise wisdom and dialogue to end wars, resolve and prevent conflicts, combat extremism and terrorism, and promote tolerance and understanding among peoples. This came in a speech by Bahrain’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, Ambassador Jamal Fares Al Rowaiei, during the…

Tokyo : Shigeru Ishiba, former Secretary-General of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), has announced his candidacy for the party’s leadership election. The official campaign will begin on September 12, with the election scheduled for September 27 to select a successor to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.

Beijing : Eleven people have died, and 14 others are missing after heavy rainfall in Huludao city, Liaoning province, northeast China. Chinese authorities have launched a search operation for the missing and are gradually restoring roads and communication networks in the affected areas. The central government has allocated 50 million yuan to support rescue and relief efforts in Liaoning.

Manama : Bahrain sporting jewel BRAVE Combat Federation is set to host a historic show for European MMA, tonight, in Burgas, Bulgaria. BRAVE CF 86 will be the first show of the most global MMA organization in the world in Bulgarian soil. That means that Bulgaria will become the 34th country to host a BRAVE CF show worldwide, as well as the 15th European nation to welcome BRAVE CF – both world records being extended. An event of this magnitude for Bahrain’s premier combat sports organization will be broadcast on some of the world’s biggest networks, such as DAZN, which has become…

Manama : The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning has started upgrading its main customer service centre in the Diplomatic Area, with work beginning on August 25. A temporary centre on the ground floor will handle requests during the renovation. The upgrade, aimed at improving service efficiency and introducing new facilities, is part of broader efforts to enhance electronic services. The project is expected to continue until the first quarter of next year. Visitors can access the temporary centre through Gate 2 of the ministry building. The ministry, which recently achieved gold in the “Taqyeem 4” evaluation, seeks to improve…

Manama : Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, and Maha Abdulhameed Mofeez, Tamkeen Chief Executive, held a discussion with young leaders as part of the “Hadeeth” programme, which aims to foster dialogue between officials and youth. Minister Tawfiqi highlighted “Youth City 2030” as a key initiative for developing youth skills and preparing them for the workforce. Mofeez emphasised Tamkeen’s partnership with the ministry to support national talent and promote creativity. The discussion focused on youth competitiveness in the labour market, entrepreneurship, and interest in vocational training and creative disciplines.

Manama : HIPO Youth programme held a discussion session attended by Dr. Shaikha Rana bint Isa Al Khalifa, Director-General of the Institute of Public Administration, and Dalal Ahmed Al Qais, CEO of Bahrain Development Bank Group. Dr. Shaikha Rana highlighted Bahrain’s commitment to youth leadership development through the “HIPO Youth” programme, aligning with the Kingdom’s focus on sustainable development. Dalal Al Qais commended Bahraini youth as the nation’s true wealth and expressed confidence in their ability to meet future challenges. She also commended the Institute’s efforts in preparing youth for national responsibilities, emphasising the importance of continuous learning to equip…

Bangkok : Thai authorities announced that the death toll from a landslide on Phuket Island has risen to 10. The landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall, occurred early Friday, affecting over 400 people.