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Manama : Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, Minister of Labour, inaugurated the 11th Career Day event organised by the University of Applied Sciences (ASU), in the presence of Dr. Waheeb Ahmed Al Khaja, Chairman of the ASU, and Hatem Al Masri, President of the University and Academic Staff in the Department of Business Administration. Fifty-two institutions and companies from public and private sectors are participating in the Career Day, aiming at familiarising university students with the job opportunities available in the labour market, and providing guidance to individuals in choosing the specialisations needed in the job market. Humaidan praised the…

Manama : Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, received Nasr Eddin Al Obaid, Director-General of the Municipalities Minister and Drylands (ACSAD). Al Mubarak expressed the aspiration to further enhance the coordination between the ministry and the organisation in various domains. He was briefed on ASCAD’S efforts to develop the agricultural and animal wealth sectors in Arab states, as well as its research and studies. In addition to the studies of the centre, benefiting from the kingdom’s agricultural expertise. Al Obaid reviewed the various projects implemented by the center in different Arab states, emphasising the…

Doha : Amna bint Ahmed Al Romaihi, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning, led Bahrain’s delegation at the 22nd meeting of GCC Housing Ministers in Qatar. The meeting discussed topics related to GCC efforts to develop social housing in GCC states. Minister Al Romaihi affirmed the ministry’s commitment to supporting efforts to implement the joint GCC housing action plan 2024-2030, which aims to achieve a common vision between the GCC states to develop the social housing sector. She said the joint GCC plan embodies an integral relationship between the GCC countries to achieve common housing goals and produce quality housing…

Doha : The Bahrain Red Crescent Society (BRCS) took part in the 20th meeting of the committee of presidents of the GCC Red Crescent societies and associations, hosted by the Qatar Red Crescent in Doha for two days. Representing the Society were Dr. Fawzi Amin, a Board Member, and Adel Al-Jar, the Assistant Secretary-General for Committee Affairs. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of the work plan for the period 2025-2030 set by the Committee of Excellencies, highlighting priority areas and shared objectives outlined in the plan. Additionally, discussions included updates on the Volunteer Work Award for Red Crescent…

Manama : Jassim Mohammed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), participated in the launching ceremony of the new website and the Gulf Press Union logo, on the sidelines of the 33rd Arab Summit in Bahrain. Nabeel bin Yaqub Al Hamer, Advisor to His Majesty the King for Media Affairs, and Dr. Ramzan bin Abdullah Al Noaimi were present. The Secretary General affirmed the council’s support of media initiatives and projects that align with the latest technologies, commending the advancement of media institutions in the GCC. He wished the union success in achieving its goals. Dr. Al Noaimi…

Manama : Noor bint Ali Al Khulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development emphasised that His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s address at the 33rd session of the Arab League Summit in Bahrain underscored his commitment to supporting joint Arab initiatives and international partnerships. Minister Al Khulaif lauded His Majesty’s announcement of Bahrain’s initiatives, including one focused on advancing Arab cooperation in financial technology and digital transformation. This initiative aligns with the aspirations of Bahrain’s business sectors and echoes the initiatives highlighted in His Majesty the King’s address, aiming to bolster economic growth and sustainability. She also commended the outcomes…

Manama :  His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, met with His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al Ahmad Al Sabah, Prime Minister of the State of Kuwait, on the sidelines of the 33rd Arab League Summit held in Bahrain. According to SPA, the meeting focused on reviewing the relations between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait and means to enhance them.

Abu Dhabi : A 1.9 magnitude earthquake on Richter scale was recorded in Al Halah in Fujairah at 21:57 on May 17, according to the National Seismic Network of the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM. The Centre said that the tremor was felt lightly in the area and had no impact.

Manama : The Bahrain Declaration was issued by the Thirty-Third Regular Session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the Summit Level, held at the Sakhir Palace in the Kingdom of Bahrain under the presidency of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. The text of which is as follows: Bahrain Declaration Thursday 8 Dhu Al-Qi’dah 1445, 16 May 2024 At the kind invitation of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, Their Majesties, Highnesses and Excellencies, the leaders of the Arab States, held the Thirty-Third Ordinary Session of…

Manama : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and Ahmed Abul El Gheit, the Secretary General of the Arab League, held a press conference on the outcomes of the 33rd Arab Summit hosted by Bahrain under the presidency of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Dr. Al Zayani started his remarks by expressing the pride of the kingdom in presiding over the Summit for the second time. The first time was in Sharm Al Sheikh, Egypt in 2003. The second presidency of Bahrain during this session of the…