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Abu Dhabi : The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the first series of remarkable classical performances set to take place during Abu Dhabi Classics 2024 presented by Abu Dhabi Culture. With additional performances set to be announced in due course, Abu Dhabi Classics is taking place throughout the year, presenting a selection of leading international artists. According to Emirates News Agency (WAM), the programme’s highlight includes world-renowned Dutch violinist and conductor, André Rieu, who will perform at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena on 9th March as part of his world tour. Presented by MAC…

Manama :  On behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today attended The King’s Cup, organised by the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club (REHC) at its racecourse in Raffa, Sakhir. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa was welcomed by the Commander of the National Guard, His Highness General Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa, and a number of senior officials.HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister highlighted the unwavering support provided by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa…

Cairo : Lieutenant-General Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the National Security Advisor and Royal Guard Commander, me with General Mohamed Zaki, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Minister of Defence and Military Production.   His Highness reviewed the bilateral relations and cooperation with General Zaki, and the joint efforts between the two countries. His Highness expressed pride in the longstanding partnership between Bahrain and Egypt, highlighting the extensive cooperation and close relations that have been maintained across various domains over the years.  They discussed enhancing cooperation within the strategic relations between Bahrain and Egypt, focusing on military collaboration, and…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa delivered a speech, on the occasion of the silver jubilee of His Majesty’s accession. Below is the text of speech: In the name of Allah, the most gracious, the most merciful. Praise be to Allah, and may blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah, Muhammad (PBUH), and upon all his family and companions. May the peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you, Today is the remembrance of the passing of His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, may Allah have mercy on his soul. With…

 Sofia : Bahrain’s e-passport won “Best New Passport” award for the year 2024 in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region during the “High Security Printing” (HSP) awards ceremony held in Bulgaria from March 4-7. Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Undersecretary for Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs (NPRA) at the Ministry of Interior, expressed his pride in this high-level recognition and international honour, supported by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman praised the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in implementing…

Manama : The Bahrain Bourse announced at the “Ring the Bell for Gender Equality” event the launch of the Board Mentorship Programme in collaboration with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), which aims to promote gender equality in capital markets. The event was held in conjunction with 105 international exchanges and clearinghouses with a week of bell-ringing activities in partnership with UN Women, the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), the Sustainable Stock Exchanges (SSE), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE). This affirms Bahrain Bourse’s commitment to fostering female leadership within the financial…

Manama : Under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, a ceremony was held at the Al-Sakhir Palace today marking the Silver Jubilee of HM the King’s Accession. Upon arrival at the Al-Sakhir Palace, the artillery fired 25 rounds to salute HM the King, who was accompanied by a constellation of cavalry. Senior Royal Family members, Shura Council Chairman, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, ministers and senior state officials attended the celebration. HM King Hamad then headed to the main podium, and inspected the guard of honour. After that, the Silver Jubilee flag-raising ceremony began.…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received a cable of congratulations from Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of HM the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), on the silver jubilee of His Majesty’s Accession. HRH Princess Sabeeka recalled the greatest moments in the modern history of Bahrain, when the vision of HM the King synergised with the will of the people of Bahrain, to mobilise the efforts and build a prosperous and stable nation which continues to attain more accomplishments. Her Royal Highness said that the comprehensive…

Manama : The Silver Jubilee flag was hoisted on flagpoles in venues relevant to the occasion of the silver jubilee of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s accession, in implementation of Royal Order (16) of 2024 on the creation of the Silver Jubilee flag. The order shall be implemented until the end of the year. According to Royal Order (16) of 2024, the silver jubilee flag shall be raised to the right side of the observer and the kingdom’s flag to the left. The flag is in a horizontal rectangular shape, with its width half its length. The…

Manama : Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of the Royal Court, received Vinod K. Jacob, Ambassador of India to Bahrain. The minister praised the advanced Bahrain-India relations in various sectors. Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed wished the ambassador success in his diplomatic duties.