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Manama : Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced its new complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi services “Falcon Wi-Fi”, allowing passengers to look forward to a more productive and enjoyable journey with the added convenience of digital communication.  Passengers can now enjoy seamless connectivity with the introduction of email, chat and browsing capabilities during their journeys on Gulf Air Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and Airbus A321neo. This connectivity service will enhance overall passenger travel experiences, effectively bridging the distance between family members and friends. Guests wishing to surf, can seamlessly connect by selecting the “Falcon Wi-Fi” network on board.…

Kuwait : The State of Kuwait has welcomed the recent meeting hosted by the Arab League, which aimed to support political resolution efforts in Libya, paving the path towards eagerly anticipated presidential and parliamentary elections. In a statement released today, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Kuwait’s support for all Arab and international efforts aimed at strengthening the unity, sovereignty, security, and stability of Libyan territories, echoing the aspirations of its people for peace, development and prosperity. The Arab League had hosted a meeting on the Libyan crisis, with the participation of the President of the Presidential Council, Speaker…

Muscat :  Dr. Abdullah bin Nasser Al Noaimi, CEO of the Nasser Vocational Training Centre (NVTC), and His Highness Shaikh Nasser Centre for AI Research and Development, met with Hamad bin Nasser Al Maskari, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI). The meeting discussed cooperation and reviewed the kingdom’s experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) training, education, and technology application. They highlighted key programmes, activities, and devices used to protect and preserve information and data, as well as emphasised prominent AI solutions and how business owners can utilise them. Dr. Al Noaimi presented the board…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Decree (20) of 2024, adding Article (II) bis to Decree (98) of 2007, regarding the establishment of the Electricity and Water Authority (EWA), based on a proposal of the Prime Minister, and following the approval of the Cabinet. Article I Article (II) bis is added to Decree (98) of 2007 establishing the Electricity and Water Authority, as follows: “Under the Commercial Companies Law issued by the Decree Law (21) of 2001, the Electricity and Water Authority can establish companies that are owned or partially owned by the government and…

Manama : Innovate Finance UK announced “The Women in FinTech Powerlist 2023” which included Yasmeen Al Sharaf, Director of Fintech & Innovation Unit at the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB). Al Sharaf was selected amongst 10 women from across the globe for the ‘Policy Makers and Regulatory Experts’ category, which caters for Regulators, Policy Advisors and Professionals in Government Affairs who play a vital role in encouraging innovation. The Women in FinTech Powerlist initiative was launched to recognise women leading innovation in financial services and has recently published the list of 250 women shaping the future of finance. Innovate Finance…

Cairo : Dr. Mohammed Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt, met Fawzia bint Abdullah Zainal, Ambassador of Bahrain to Egypt and Permanent Representative to the Arab League. Zainal commended the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for its continued support of Bahraini students studying at Egyptian universities, affirming the kingdom’s commitment to developing bilateral cooperation between the two countries. The minister praised the Bahraini-Egyptian relations, especially in the field of scientific and cultural cooperation. He emphasised the importance of providing all types of support to Bahraini students studying at Egyptian universities and overcoming any…

Manama : The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today met with the Bahraini entrepreneurs and winners of the Startup Bahrain Pitch series organised by StartUp Bahrain, the leading platform for startups in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the SME Development Board. His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman emphasised the importance of supporting innovation and entrepreneurship through various initiatives such as the Startup Bahrain Pitch. This strengthens the private sector…

Manama : Nibras Taleb, CEO of the Labor Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) and Chairman of the National Committee to Combat Trafficking in Persons, received Alastair Long, British Ambassador to Bahrain. The CEO emphasised the importance of developing cooperation in various sectors. The ambassador expressed his pride in Bahraini-British relations, affirming his commitment to further enhance cooperation between the two countries.

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 1,052 inspection campaigns and visits, during the week of 3 to 9 of March 2024, which resulted in the detention of 111 violating and irregular workers, while 162 violators were deported. The inspection campaigns and visits also resulted in the monitoring of 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 violations. The Authority explained that 1,031 inspection visits…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa hosted an Iftar banquet, attended by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, at the Al-Raudha Palace, marking the holy month of Ramadan. The iftar banquet was also attended by senior members of the Royal Family, who extended congratulations to HM the King on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan, wishing him good health, happiness, and long life. They also wished the Kingdom of Bahrain and its loyal people further progress and prosperity under HM’s leadership. HM the King exchanged…