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Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued Edict (12) of 2024, transferring and appointing directors at the Institute of Public Administration, based on a proposal by the Director General of the Institute of Public Administration. Article I Yousef Abdullah Ahmed Bucheeri, Director of the Human and Financial Resources Directorate, shall be transferred to be the Director of the Business Development Directorate. Article II The following shall be appointed at the Institute of Public Administration: 1- Mariam Fouad Abdulraheem Kamal as Director of the Human and Financial Resources Directorate 2-…

Manama,: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (13) of 2024, amending Article (1) of Edict (12) of 2019, on establishing the National Committee to Combat Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), based on a proposal by the Minister of Health. Article I Article (I) of Edict (12) of 2019 on establishing the National Committee to Combating Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) shall be replaced with the following: “The National Committee to Combat Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) shall be established and presided by the Minister of Health, and shall…

Manama : Abdulla Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, inaugurated the new Bin Hindi Informatics – Samsung Showroom at City Centre Bahrain. The minister commended Bin Hindi Group for its efforts in launching the showroom which showcases Samsung’s technological advancements. Fakhro affirmed his continued support for national initiatives aimed at revitalising the commercial sector and offering consumers a wider variety of services that comply with the highest international quality standards, while enhancing economic growth and strengthening Bahrain’s commercial position.

Manama :The Government Service Centres Evaluation Committee (Taqyeem Committee) held its ninth meeting headed by the chairman, Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, Chief Executive of the Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA) with the aim of discussing the results and outputs of the 4th round of the evaluation program (Taqyeem 4). Al Qaed welcomed the members, praising their dedicated efforts, which resulted in the successful evaluation of 71 government service centres in its fourth round, and presenting the gold shields in 18 centres, silver shields to six centres, stressing that these achievements reflect the committee’s keenness to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness…

Fujairah : His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, member of the United Arab Emirates Supreme Council and Ruler of Fujairah, received Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Ambassador of Bahrain to the UAE. HH Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed praised the historical Bahraini-Emirati relations and emphasised the importance of further enhancing cooperation. The ambassador affirmed the fraternal ties between the two countries’ leaderships and peoples that is based on respect, religious bond, history, and mutual destiny. The two sides exchanged greetings and congratulations on the holy month of Ramadhan. They wished His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa…

Manama : As part of the festivities in Manama, the Gulf tourism capital for 2024, the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) has launched the Ramadhan Tourism Guide “Ramadhan in Bahrain,” which brings together an exciting range of tourist events, Iftar and Suhoor offerings, and luxurious accommodation packages to give tourists an unforgettable experience during the Holy Month of Ramdhan. The “Ramadhan in Bahrain” festivities will kick off at the Bahrain National Theatre on March 18, allowing visitors and tourists to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of the season through live performances, bazaar, seating areas, food and beverage vendors,…

Manama : Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, chaired the eighteenth meeting of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Council (SMEs) that was held virtually. Fakhro commended the pivotal role of SMEs in the development of the national economy. The meeting reviewed the Council’s performance indicators for the years (2022–2026), and the developmental initiatives of the Council’s strategic work plan. The meeting provided an overview of alternative banking solutions for emerging and SMEs that facilitates their access to capital and transition to the primary stock market as part of the Bahrain Investment Market (BIM) initiative. They also…

Manama : The National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) conducted 2115 inspection visits within the local markets of the governorates of the Kingdom of Bahrain during 2023 as part of the continuous oversight efforts to protect consumers’ rights and enhance control over commercial establishments. Inspection was conducted over various sectors, such as, education, construction, manufacturing, real estate, retail, plumbing, heat and air-conditioning installation, travel agencies, healthcare activities and many others. The campaigns resulted in reporting 244 violations that required the imposition of administrative fines in accordance with the VAT & Excise Law, where most reported violations were related to the failure…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today chaired the weekly Cabinet Meeting at Gudaibiya Palace. In commemoration of Bahrain Youth Day, held annually on March 25, the Cabinet affirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting the national workforce to continue contributing to the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. The Cabinet then discussed the implementation of His Royal Highness’s directives on the opening, restoration, and development of 32 mosques belonging to the Sunni and Ja’fari Endowments across the Kingdom’s governorates. The Cabinet noted…

Hong Kong : Export Bahrain supported the participation of 6 Bahraini businesses from the Jewelry sector in the highly esteemed 40th edition of the Hong Kong International Jewelry Show 2024. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTC) facilitated this collaboration and showcased Export Bahrain’s commitment to empowering national businesses and propelling them towards global recognition. The event, held at the renowned Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, showcased the talents of over 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries, making it an ideal platform for Bahraini businesses to make their mark on the international stage. Export Bahrain aims to equip…