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Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain boasts a distinguished experience in delivering adequate educational services to students with special needs, especially at government schools, in accordance with the provisions of the constitution which guarantees education for all groups, the Ministry of Education said. The Education Law also stipulates that educational opportunities shall be provided for all individuals to pave the way for them to develop their capabilities and skills so as to be able to improve their lives and serve their society, the Ministry added in a statement marking the International Day of Disabled Persons, which is observed every December…

Manama : Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier, announced its carbon management initiative in partnership with Safa, a voluntary carbon offsetting platform that provides individuals and businesses with the option to understand and manage the carbon footprint from their day-to-day activities. The initiative is part of Gulf Air’s contribution to Bahrain’s objective to achieve net zero by 2060 and part of the company’s sustainability strategy to address climate change, reduce carbon emissions and implement sustainable solutions and policies to encourage environmental awareness across employees, staff and passengers. As part of the partnership, passengers are able to voluntarily offset…

London : Mohammed bin Thamer Al Kaabi, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, today met Kitack Lim, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), on the sidelines of his participation in the 33rd regular session of the IMO Assembly, held in London. The two sides discussed areas of cooperation between the kingdom and IMO in the fields of safety, marine environment, and qualification of national cadres in the maritime navigation sector.

Dubai : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa has attended, alongside His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice-President, Prime Minister and Dubai Ruler, and Their Highnesses Members of the UAE Federal Supreme Council, the official celebration of the 52nd Union Day of the United Arab Emirates, held at Expo City Dubai, today. Leaders, heads of government and representatives of countries participating in the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), currently held in Dubai, UAE,…

Dubai : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, participated in the opening session of the summit of the twenty-eighth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), which was held at Expo City Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. Upon his arrival at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, His Majesty was received by His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates; and Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations.

Abu Dhabi :  As the UAE prepares to celebrate its 52nd Union Day, it reflects on a year marked by remarkable achievements and an unwavering commitment to progress. Guided by the visionary leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has solidified its position as a global leader, renowned for its innovation, sustainability, and commitment to peace. On the global stage, the UAE ascended to the top 10 most powerful countries in terms of soft power, a testament to its growing influence and diplomatic prowess. The country also served its second term as president of…

Dubai : UAE President His Highness Shaikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today announced the establishment of a US$30 billion fund for global climate solutions. Designed to bridge the climate financing gap and facilitate affordable access, the fund aims to stimulate the raising and investment of US$250 billion by 2030, Emirates News Agency (WAM) said. The UAE President announced the establishment of the Global Climate Fund while opening the World Climate Action Summit, held during the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) at Expo City Dubai. In his opening statement, His Highness said: “Over the past decades, we have built our…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa delivered a speech at the World Climate Action Summit, part of the 28th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties To the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) held in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. In the speech, HM the King announced the National Action Plan, “Blueprint Bahrain”, to achieve carbon neutrality. Below is the translation of the speech: In the name of God, the most Merciful, the most Compassionate, Your Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, Your Majesties, Highnesses, and Excellencies,…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice-President of the Supreme Council for Environment, member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, has extended deepest congratulations to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, as well as to Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of HM the King and Supreme Council for Women (SCW) President, on the Bahraini Women’s Day 2023. HH Shaikh Faisal lauded the distinguished status enjoyed by Bahraini women thanks to the…

Dubai, The United Arab Emirates and the Federative Republic of Brazil joined forces to establish the Group of Friends of Culture-based Climate Action (GFCBCA) within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. This global alliance comprises UN member states dedicated to rallying political support for the recognition of culture as a cornerstone for driving positive transformations in climate policies. The group’s inception coincided with the commencement of the Conference of the Parties (COP28). Spearheaded by the UAE and Brazil, this alliance seeks to foster climate action anchored in culture, develop initiatives, solutions, and collaborative partnerships that advance the integration…