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Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain’s economy grew by 2.5% YoY in real terms in the third quarter of 2023, according to preliminary data of the Information and eGovernment Authority, driven primarily by the Non-oil sector growing at 4.5% YoY during the quarter. The report shed light on the role of the Non-oil sectors in driving economic growth in the Kingdom, highlighting that the Non-oil sector has accounted for 83.6% of real GDP in Q3 2023. From January to October of this year, the average consumer price index (inflation) remained steady at 0.2%. The Hotels and Restaurants sector recorded the…

Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain has condemned, in the strongest terms, the mass shooting that took place at the Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic, causing the death and injury of dozens. In a statement, the Foreign Affairs Ministry denounced the heinous crime that contradicts all human values and principles, extending condolences to the Czech government and people, as well as to the families and relatives of the victims, wishing a speedy recovery to the wounded. The Foreign Affairs Ministry also expressed sympathy with the United Arab Emirates over the injury of two Emirati citizens as a result of…

Manama : Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Minister, today opened the 11th edition of the Bahraini Farmers’ Market at the Budaiya Botanical Garden, bringing together Bahraini farmers, brands, and craftsmen. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, attended the opening of the Bahraini Farmers’ Market. “Champions of local products,” the theme of this year’s edition, reflects the pride in Bahraini farmers’ dedication to providing sustainable, diverse, and high-quality local products. Huge crowds of shoppers from Bahrain and abroad visited the Bahraini Farmers’ Market, which showcases Bahraini agricultural and food products. The Minister of…

Manama : In line with the directives of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports First Deputy Chairman, General Sports Authority Chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee President, the Bahrain Football Association (BFA) approved the cash rewards of the Nasser bin Hamad Football Premier League for the 2023-2024 season. League champions will receive BD 75,000, and runners-up BD 50,000, while the third-paced team will get BD 30,000. Those placed fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth and tenth will receive BD 20,000, BD 18,000, BD 16,000, BD 14,000, BD 12,000, BD 10,00 and BD 8,000,…

Dubai : Bahrain’s KHK team clinched the third place in the Al Maktoum International Traditional Rowing Race for 30-foot boats, organised today by the Dubai International Marine Club. Oman’s “Bel ‘Arab” and UAE’s “Dubai Police” teams won the first and second two places, respectively. The KHK boat topped the participants in the open water category by three points, after winning the first and second rounds of the Dubai race. The KHK team, owned by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and captained by Nakhuda Ahmed Nasser Al Busmait, won the 2020 and 2021 editions of the Al Maktoum…

Manama : The Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club today held the 12th race of this season, 2023-2024, at its racecourse in Raffa, Sakhir. Their Highnesses, representatives of sponsors and equestrian sport enthusiasts also attended the eight-round race which was held over the cups of the Al Sakhir Stable and the late Sayed Sharaf Al Alawai. Yousif Osama Buhejji, CEO of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club presented the trophy of the Al Sakhir Stable Cup to winning trainer, Yousif Tahar. Meanwhile, Salman Al Alawi crowned Hassan Al Jabouri, the winning owner of the late Sayed Sharaf Al Alawi Cup.

Manama : Under the auspices of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Ministry of Labour will organise the 38th annual ceremony to honour outstanding hard-working employees and distinguished establishments in the private sector on Wednesday. The ceremony will be held on the occasion of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s celebration of its national days, the anniversary of His Majesty the King’s Accession to the Throne, and the accompanying national events. Commenting, Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, Labour Minister, asserted that HM the King’s patronage of the annual event reflects his interest in hard-working and dedicated employees in various…

Manama : The Information &eGovernment Authority (iGA) has published its Foreign Trade report of November 2023, which encompasses data on Trade Balance, Imports, Exports of products with national origin, and Re-exports. As per the report, the value of imports has increased by 3%, reaching to BD454 million during November 2023 in comparison with BD440 million for the same month in 2022. The top 10 countries for imports marked with 71% of the total value of imports. According to the report, China ranked first for imports to Bahrain, with a total of BD64 million, followed by the United States of America…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (115) of 2023, appointing directors at the Ministry of Interior, based on a proposal by the Minister of Interior. Article (I): The following shall be appointed as directors at the Ministry of Interior: 1- Lieutenant Colonel Abdullah Mohammad Abdullah Budawas 2- Lieutenant Colonel Abdullah Hamad Najem Al Najem 3- Lieutenant Colonel Sultan Hussain Sultan Al Ghanim 4- Lieutenant Colonel Jassim Ahmed Jassim Al Majed 5- Lieutenant Colonel Fareeda Khamees Ali Abdullah 6- Lieutenant Colonel Khaled Salahaldeen Mohammad Nour 7- Major…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces inaugurated today, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, the command building and new facilities at Safreh Camp. The event came as part of Bahrain’s celebrations of its national days and the anniversary of His Majesty the King’s accession to the throne, as well as the celebration of Bahrain Police Day. Upon arrival, His Majesty was welcomed by General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al…