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Manama : In coordination with the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) and the concerned authorities in the public and private sectors, the Ministry of Tourism, has completed all its preparations to organize the 2024 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix season through a variety of tourism and entertainment events that support the tourism programme accompanying this prominent global sporting event hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain. The Ministry of Tourism and the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) have intensified their efforts this year to celebrate an exceptional edition of the Formula One race in the Kingdom as the Bahrain International Circuit…

Cairo : Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the President of Customs, led Bahrain’s delegation at the 59th regional meeting for the North Africa, Near and Middle East region at the Arab League headquarters in Cairo. The meeting reviewed several topics on the agenda related to customs affairs in the region and the relationship with the World Customs Organisation (WCO). The WCO Secretary-General presented a report on the organisation’s modernisation plan, discussing future strategies and governance. The Regional Office for Capacity Building and the Regional Office (ROCB) for Information Exchange also reviewed achievements from the past year. The President of Customs also participated…

Manama : Held under the patronage of HH Shaikha Noora bint Hamad Al Khalifa, Captain of Al Fursan team, the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF) organised the Dressage Championship  at the Military Sports Federation Field in Al Raffah.  The championship encompassed various categories, each brimming with fierce competition and thrilling performances. The esteemed judging committee meticulously evaluated the riders’ skills, and the winners were ceremoniously crowned. Results In the intro category for the seniors, covering an arena of 20m x 40m, Fadhel Almabad, riding Garcia, secured the first-place position with an impressive score of 70.870%. Mahmood Ghazwan, accompanied…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with the ninth intake of the Prime Minister’s Fellowship Program, at Gudaibiya Palace. His Royal Highness emphasised the Kingdom of Bahrain’s commitment to invest in the national workforce and promote development, creativity, and innovation in order to achieve the Kingdom’s comprehensive development goals, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed that Bahrain’s growth and progress in various development paths were achieved as a result of the national workforce’s determination, efforts,…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today chaired the weekly Cabinet Meeting at Gudaibiya Palace. His Royal Highness directed for the continuation of the implementation of the Economic Recovery Plan’s priorities and programmes, which encompass major development projects and the streamlining of commercial procedures to enhance their efficiency. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad noted that these measures will foster economic growth, expand the total size of the economy, meet the Kingdom’s development and sustainability goals, and generate opportunities for Bahraini citizens. In regards to the Economic Recovery Plan’s priorities…

Manama :His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received a written letter from His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemit Kingdom of Jordan, extending an official invitation to His Majesty to visit Jordan. HM King Hamad accepted the invitation and expressed appreciation for it. Rami Saleh Wreikat Al Adwan, Jordanian Ambassador and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, delivered the letter to His Majesty at Al Safriya Palace today. During the meeting, His Majesty praised the historical and solid ties between the two kingdoms and their advanced level of cooperation at various levels. HM King Hamad…

CAPE TOWN: Nine people were killed in a road crash in South Africa on Sunday after attending an election rally by President Cyril Ramaphosa and his ruling African National Congress party. The ANC supporters were traveling on a bus back to their home province of Mpumalanga the morning after Saturday’s rally in the eastern city of Durban, the ANC said in a statement. The bus left the road and overturned, police said. Emergency services said a further 17 people were hurt in the crash near the small town of Paulpietersburg, around 360 kilometers (223 miles) north of Durban. The ANC…

Manama : His Highness Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, Special Representative of His Majesty the King, and Chairman of the Isa Award for Service to Humanity Board of Trustees, chaired the eight meeting of the fourth session of the award 2022-2025. Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister, attended the meeting. The meeting reviewed the memoranda included in the agenda items and reviewed the proposal to form an arbitration committee for the sixth session (2024-2025) submitted by the General Secretariat. Council members expressed their appreciation for the General Secretariat’s proposal and requested that the circle of arbitrators be…

Manama : Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister, inaugurated the fifth National Occupational Safety and Health Conference and Exhibition, organised by the Ministry of Labour under the slogan “Occupational Safety and Health Future: Challenges and Opportunities.” Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, Minister of Labour; Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture; Ibrahim bin Hassan Al Hawaj, Minister of Works; Yousef Abdulhussain Khalaf, Minister of Legal Affairs; and Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, were present. Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah affirmed that Bahrain, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin…

Manama : Music lovers today enjoyed enchanting Oud melodies performed by renowned Saudi artist Dr. Abadi Al Johar at the Bahrain National Theatre. During the “Oud Night” concert, held as part of the 18th edition of the Bahrain Spring of Culture Festival, the audience enjoyed Al Johar’s popular hits, such as “Sikka Taweela”, “Galo Tara” and “Ajhalak”. Hosting iconic artist Al Johar reflects the ability of the Spring of Culture Festival to continue enriching the cultural and artist movement in the kingdom by providing programmes that appeal to the public. With more than 50 albums, the talented Saudi star Al Johar…