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Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today ratified and promulgated Law (24) of 2023 endorsing the agreement signed between the governments of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Republic of Korea regarding air services between and beyond their respective territories, following the approval of the Shura Council and the Representatives Council. According to the law, the agreement, signed in Seoul on May 15, has been ratified. The Prime Minister and ministers, each in their capacity, shall implement the provisions of this law, which comes into effect upon its publication in the Official Gazette.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today ratified and promulgated Law (24) of 2023 endorsing the agreement signed between the governments of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Republic of Korea regarding air services between and beyond their respective territories, following the approval of the Shura Council and the Representatives Council. According to the law, the agreement, signed in Seoul on May 15, has been ratified. The Prime Minister and ministers, each in their capacity, shall implement the provisions of this law, which comes into effect upon its publication in the Official Gazette.

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, attended the closing ceremony of the IRONMAN 70.3 Middle East Championship Bahrain held under His Royal Highness’s patronage, at Reef Island. Upon arrival, His Royal Highness was welcomed by the Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, along with several senior officials. His Royal Highness emphasised that the Kingdom of Bahrain’s accomplishments in hosting and organising championships and international sporting events are a result of the support of His Majesty…

Manama : In the presence of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) Chairman, and His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid bin Isa Al Khalifa, Vice-President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club (REHC) High Committee’s Deputy Chairman and SCYS member, the first round of the third edition of the Bahrain Turf Series races, organised by REHC at its racecourse in Raffa, Sakhir, was held today. Their Highnesses, representatives of sponsors and the equestrian sport fans also…

Copenhagen : The European Union’s powerful antitrust chief has withdrawn as a candidate for the presidency of the European Investment Bank, the Danish government said Friday after EU finance ministers gave their support to someone else. Margrethe Vestager, who took unpaid leave in September to pursue the bank job, plans to return to her role at the EU’s executive commission for a few months, the government in Copenhagen said. The new president of the EIB, the 27-nation bloc’s development bank, is set to begin a six-year term on Jan. 1. EU finance ministers agreed Friday to back Spain’s economy minister,…

Seoul, : The national security advisers of the United States, South Korea and Japan called on Saturday for a stronger international push to suppress North Korea’s development of nuclear weapons and missiles and its military cooperation with other countries amid concerns about its alleged arms transfers to Russia. The meeting in Seoul came as tensions on the Korean Peninsula are at their highest in years, with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un accelerating the expansion of his nuclear and missile program and flaunting an escalatory nuclear doctrine that authorizes the preemptive use of nuclear weapons. The United States and its…

Mexico City : Eleven people were killed in a clash Friday between gunmen from a criminal gang and residents of a small farming community in central Mexico, authorities said. Dramatic video of the fight posted on social media showed villagers in cowboy hats with sickles and hunting rifles chasing down suspected gang members amid bursts of automatic gunfire. Police in the State of Mexico, which abuts Mexico City, said the clash occurred in the hamlet of Texcaltitlan, about 80 miles (130 kilometers) southwest of the capital. State police said eight of the dead were members of the criminal gang, while…

Manama : IRONMAN 70.3 Middle East Championship Bahrain concluded with thrilling races, as Team Bahrain Victorious dominated the women’s category, securing the coveted gold and medals, while Marten Van Riel of Belgium emerged as the men’s champion. The event, held on Reef Island in the Kingdom of Bahrain, witnessed an impressive display of athleticism and fierce competition among participants representing 88 countries from around the world. Martin Van Riel, representing Belgium, completed the arduous course, comprising swimming, cycling, and running, in 3 hours, 31 minutes, and 21 seconds. In second place came Henri Schoeman of Team Bahrain Victorious, clocking 3 hours, 32…

Riyadh : Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session held today in Riyadh on the state’s general budget for the fiscal year 1445/1446 Hijri (2024). The cabinet approved the budget, which included revenues estimated at SAR1.172 trillion, expenditures of SAR1.251tn and a deficit estimated at SAR79 billion. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques directed the ministers and officials to actively commit to implementing the development and social programmes and projects included in the budget.

Manama : The Royal Court today mourned the passing of Shaikh Isa bin Mubarak bin Hamad bin Sabah Al Khalifa. A statement issued by the Royal Court included prayer that Allah the Almighty would rest the soul of the deceased in eternal peace, and bless his relatives with patience and fortitude.