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Manama : Bahrain has secured the second position in the Arab World (3rd in MENA) on the Global Youth Development Index (YDI) 2023. With the YDI cementing itself as an established resource for researchers, policymakers, and civil society to effectively track progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with youth development, Bahrain’s significant achievements underscore its vested commitment to nurturing and empowering its youth and talent. The Commonwealth Secretariat and the Institute for Economics and Peace recently published the 2023 Global YDI Report, which identified encouraging progress and outlined critical priorities for enhancing the well-being and empowerment of youth…

Bahrain : The Indian Ladies Association (ILA) hosted a vibrant “Sip & Socialize” event at their premises, attracting over 70 members adorned in beautiful floral outfits on 23th May 2024. Thursday evening was a delightful blend of activities and camaraderie. The event was graced by the esteemed Ms. Abeer Albaitham, a Risk Management Professional, Certified Arbitrator, and Banking and Financial Dispute Expert,  Playbook community ambassador, investor, and founding member. Hon. General Secretary Ms Sarmistha welcomed all the guests.The evening was a welcome party for all the guests fostering a sense of community and belonging. Hon. Vice President Dr Tejender Kaur Sarna, kept all the guests engaged with an excitement filled evening…

Seoul :  Leaders of South Korea, China and Japan are set to meet on Sunday and Monday in Seoul for summit meetings, resuming their trilateral dialogue for the first time since 2019. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol will hold talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the presidential office later in the day and hold a trilateral session with the two leaders on Monday. This marks the first three-way summit among the Asian countries since December 2019, after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic and strained Seoul-Tokyo relations over historical disputes. During…

Tunisia : His Excellency Kais Saied, President of the Republic of Tunisia, appointed Khaled Nouri as Minister of Interior, and Kamel Madouri, Minister of Social Affairs, in a partial cabinet reshuffle. The new ministers were sworn in by HE the president.

New Delhi : A major fire broke out Saturday at an amusement park in Gujarat state in western India, killing at least 27 people, including several children, police and media reports said. The fire erupted at the park in the city of Rajkot in Gujarat state. Police Commissioner Raju Bhargava said that the blaze was under control and a rescue operation was underway. Police officer Vinayak Patel said that it was difficult to identify the bodies. Police said they have detained the owner and the manager of the amusement park for questioning as they launched an investigation in the cause.…

Manama, May 26 (BNA): Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, Minister of Labour and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labor Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), received members of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation led by John Bluedorn, Deputy Division Chief in the Regional Analytics and Strategy Division of the Middle East and Central Asia Department at the IMF. His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Labour, Nibras Mohammed Talib, CEO of the LMRA, attended the meeting. The delegation was briefed on Bahrain’s initiatives in regulating the labour market, which included…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today returned to Bahrain following an official visit to the Russian Federation at the invitation of His Excellency President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders reviewed Bahraini-Russian ties and the latest regional and global developments. His Majesty also met with Russian religious leaders. Upon arrival, HM the King was received by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, and Prime Minister.

Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain will host the 54th session of the Arab Information Ministers’ Council on May 29. The session will be organised in cooperation between the Media and Communication Sector of the Arab League and the Ministry of Information of Bahrain. The 101st session of the Permanent Committee for Arab Media and the 19th session of the Executive Bureau of the Council of Arab Information Ministers will be held respectively on May 27 and 28. Information ministers of Arab countries and their representatives, a delegation from the Arab League led by Ambassador Ahmed Rashid Khattabi, Assistant Secretary…

Manama : Palakkad Arts and Cultural Theater (PAACT) hosted a one-day long Mega Event BHAVALAYAM 2024 – on Friday, 24th May at Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam Diamond Jubilee auditorium in association with Star Vision Events and Al Sherif Group of companies. The event turned out to be a Super hit. Event was graced by the presence Mr. Yusuf Lori- Director of Information & Follow up- Capital Governorate as Chief Guest , Guests of Honor: Mr. Lal Jose, famous Malayalam Film Director, Mr Sreeram, a well known Singer & artist, Mr. Pambavasn Nair, MD & Chairman- Amad Group of companies & Ascon…

Manama :The Kingdom of Bahrain welcomed the decision of the International Court of Justice, the highest judicial body of the United Nations, which states that Israel must immediately stop its military operations or any other actions in the Rafah Governorate, south of the Gaza Strip, and keep the Rafah crossing open to enable the entry of humanitarian aid, amid warnings of a worsening catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Strip. Bahrain renewed its call to the international community, especially members of the United Nations Security Council, to assume its responsibilities in enforcing international resolutions and the rules of international humanitarian law…