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Antalya : Ahmed Al Salloom, member of the Council of Representatives, has been re-elected as Vice-President of Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) and Chairman of its Financial and Economic Affairs Committee, on the sidelines of the meeting of the APA Executive Council in Türkiye. MP Al Salloum’s re-election is in recognition of his efforts and contributions to developing parliamentary work, and his experience in the legislative and economic fields.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa received an invitation from His Highness Shaikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar to attend the 44th session of the GCC Supreme Council of the leaders of the Council’s member states. His Majesty expressed gratitude to Qatar’s Amir for the invitation and wished the upcoming Gulf Summit success in building on Cooperation Council achievements and enhancing GCC countries’ integration.

Garshom International Awards 2023 will take place at the Crowne Plaza Convention Center in Manama, Bahrain on December 2 at 6.30pm. The awardees for the 2023 Garshom International Awards are as follows: Mr Thomas Mottackal – Recognized for his exemplary leadership as the Chairman of the US-based Tomar Group and Global President of the World Malayali Council, Thomas Mottakal’s contributions extend beyond borders. A former officer in the Indian Air force, he has played a pivotal role in the success of Tomar Group, a non-IT firm employing the largest number of Malayalis in America. Mr Mohammad M – A native…

Manila : Bahraini champion, Moussa Karish, has shined in the 2023 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Championships at New Clark City Sports Complex in the Philippines, after clinching the silver medal of the men’s elite category, topping Arab participants. Karich won the silver medal after clocking 1:54:49, behind Australian Samuel Mileham who finished the race in 1:53:07. The exploit of Moussa Karish, who is among the leading Arab triathletes, adds to the landmark continental and international achievements of the Bahrain triathlon team.

Manama : The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) conducted a successful edition of the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), one of the biggest SME events in the kingdom that aims to foster the growth and development of an entrepreneurial culture in the kingdom. The sixth edition hosted more than 50 distinguished speakers participating in 35 engaging events, in a wide-range of themes related to investment, entrepreneurship and eco-system building. Organised by Tamkeen, in collaboration with the Bahrain Chapter of the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN), the week featured workshops and interactive lectures addressing the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape. The week’s inaugural event was…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (105) of 2023, appointing directors at the Ministry of Youth Affairs, based on a proposal by the Minister of Youth Affairs. Article (I): The edict stipulates the appointment of the following directors at the Ministry of Youth Affairs: – Khalid Ahmed Abdulrahman Abdulghani, Director of the Information Systems Directorate.- Maryam Isa Awadh, Director of the Human and Financial Resources Directorate.- Hashim Abdulrahman Al Kooheji, Director of the Support and Services Directorate. Article (II): The Minister of Youth Affairs shall implement…

Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain has become a leading model to be emulated in its human rights-related legal gains, thanks to the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, said. In a statement marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the minister appreciated the ‘pivotal’ role played by the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), led by Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim…

Manama : Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, received Christophe Varno, European Union (EU) Ambassador-designate to Bahrain, residing in Riyadh. The meeting discussed means of enhancing cooperation between Bahrain and the EU in various domains, including the energy sector. The Minister of Oil and Environment highlighted the kingdom’s oil projects and environmental initiatives aiming for zero neutrality by 2060, expressing hope for increased cooperation and coordination to achieve these goals. Varno commended the kingdom’s progress and development, pledging to continue promoting investment and leveraging expertise to achieve economic goals…

Kuwait, : A force of Kuwait’s 25th Commando Brigade, known as “Maghaweer 25”, has left for Pakistan to partake in military exercises, codenamed Fajr Al Sharq 5 (Dawn of the East 5), due next week, according to the country’s Defence Ministry. The two-week drills are meant to share expertise in research, inspection and counterterror, secure vital facilities, handle explosives and carry out medical evacuations, the ministry said. Kuwait’s participation in Pakistan-hosted exercises comes within the framework of promoting and bolstering joint military cooperation with all sisterly and friendly countries, it added.

Shenzhen : Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, attended the Shenzhen Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference 2023, held in China.  The minister emphasised the country’s commitment to supporting the youth’s creativity and innovation in various domains. She affirmed that investing in youth is crucial for the future and achieving growth and development goals. Bahrain has launched initiatives and programmes to encourage youth to contribute to national projects and contribute their ideas, paving the way for innovation and leadership, she added. During her speech, the minister underlined Bahrain’s commitment to identifying and promoting innovative and creative young talents, whose…