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Beijing : The Bahraini-Chinese Economic, Commercial, and Technical joint committee meeting held its fifth session meeting in China. Bahrain was represented by Eman Ahmed Al Doseri, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, and China was represented by Tang Wenhong, Assistant Minister at the Ministry of Commerce of China. Al Doseri affirmed Bahrain’s keenness to strengthen distinguished bilateral relations with China in various domains, particularly in economy, commerce and technology. She highlighted the important role of the joint committee in implementing existing agreements and identifying new areas of partnership, thereby fostering economic, commercial, and technical cooperation between The undersecretary…

Geneva : Mohammed bin Thamer Al Kaabi, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, participated in the opening of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summit at the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2024, held on 30 May in Geneva, Switzerland. The Minister highlighted Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to further develop its digital infrastructure and strengthen public-private partnerships to support innovation and entrepreneurship in the technology sector. Minister Al Kaabi noted that Bahrain aims to become a regional hub for innovation and technology. He added that the Kingdom is working on implementing a national AI strategy, as outlined in the Sixth National…

Manama : The Electricity and Water Authority (EWA), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with APM Terminals Bahrain. The MoU was signed by Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, President of EWA, and Matthew Luckhurst, Managing Director of APM Terminals Bahrain. Within the framework of the MoU, a large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) system with a total capacity of 11.5 megawatts (MW) will be installed along multiple connection points spread across an extended area measuring approximately 66,725 square meters. The EWA President underscored the authority’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the private sector to utilise renewable energy in various domains, in line with…

Bejing : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today met with, His Excellency Mr. Li Qiang, the Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China, on the sidelines of HM the King’s state visit to the People’s Republic of China.  Upon his arrival at the State Council Premier’s headquarters, HM King Hamad was received by HE Mr. Qiang.  During his visit, HM the King held a meeting with the State Council Premier, where HE Mr. Qiang delivered a speech.  Below is the text of the speech:   Your Majesty the King, I would like to express my happiness upon…

Paris : Rain put a dampener on the third day of the French Open but defending champion Novak Djokovic avoided getting bogged down as his quest for a professional era record-extending 25th Grand Slam title got off to a solid enough start on Tuesday. It was business-like rather than spectacular for Djokovic in the late match on Court Philippe Chatrier but earlier Casper Ruud and Aryna Sabalenka provided some bright spots on a grey Parisian day with impressive first-round wins. Denmark’s 13th seed Holger Rune also brought his usual flair to court as he saw off Britain’s Dan Evans in…

Beijing : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, President of the 33rd Arab Summit, arrived in the People’s Republic of China on an official state visit, at the invitation of His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China. HM King Hamad will hold talks focusing on further enhancing relations and developing strategic cooperation between the two countries, as well as the latest regional and international developments. During his visit, His Majesty King Hamad will also participate in the opening ceremony of the 10th ministerial meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum. Upon his arrival, HM…

Manama : Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), participated in the 16th session of the GCC Radio and Television Festival that was held under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee. The festival was organised by the Ministry of Information in the kingdom in cooperation with the GCC Radio and Television Corporation. It featured a number of Ministers of Information in the Council’s countries and Arab countries,…

Manama : General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Interior Minister, met with Dr. Mohammed Ali Koman, Secretary General of the Arab Interior Ministers Council, this morning. The meeting was attended by Shaikh Nasser bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, the Interior Ministry’s Undersecretary. The Interior Minister commended the role of the general secretariat of the council in advancing joint Arab security cooperation and overseeing the implementation of decisions made by the Arab interior ministers. The meeting discussed ways to support and enhance mechanisms for joint Arab security cooperation across various domains. They also addressed topics related to the council’s meetings,…

Manama : With the successful completion of the Casual and Talent round & National Costume Parade the May Queen 2024 pageant has set the stage for the upcoming Grand Finale on May 31st 2024.The contestants eagerly await the opportunity to further showcase their talents and compete for the coveted May Queen 2024 crown. May Queen 2024; (Beauty Re-defined) encourages contestants to use this platform to advocate for positive changes and make a meaningful impact in society and to inspire others by “Being the Change” and breaking all stereotypes.This year’s theme is “#URBeautiful” (Body positivity)is the celebration of womanhood thatgoes beyond…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, will depart tomorrow to the People’s Republic of China on an official state visit, at the invitation of His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China. The Royal Court said that His Majesty will hold talks focusing on bilateral relations and the latest regional and international developments, as well as the outcomes of the 33rd Arab Summit held in Bahrain. During his visit, His Majesty King Hamad will also participate in the opening ceremony of the 10th ministerial meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum.