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Manama : Under the Rayaat program, Al Mabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has announced the launch of its Al Tamyoz scholarships for the 2026 – 2027 academic year, designed for gifted students seeking post-graduate opportunities in highly specialised domains. Candidates will be selected based on their exceptional merit in these niche areas, with the programme aiming to contribute positively to the local community and labour market. To date, the Foundation has offered over 494 scholarships across a wide range of academic disciplines, tailored to students’ ambitions and competencies while also aligning with labour market demands and Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2050. Graduates…

Manama : The Ministry of Labour has announced the opening of registration for the 40th edition of the national ceremony honouring outstanding Bahraini workers in the private sector. The event, held annually under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain, is scheduled to take place in December. The Ministry has invited private sector companies and institutions to nominate high-performing Bahraini employees for recognition. Submission are to be made via the ministry’s official website, www.mol.gov.bh. The deadline for nominations is September 30. Eligible nominees must be Bahraini nationals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment…

Manama : The Supreme Council for Women has opened applications for the fifth edition of the “Imtiaz” Initiative, inviting Bahraini female entrepreneurs to showcase their projects and success stories. The initiative recognises women under 45 with at least three years of entrepreneurial experience. Applicants must be Bahraini nationals, submit a financial report, and hold a valid business licence with at least 50% ownership in a trade or service-based project. Applications close on August 30. The initiative, launched in 2011 by Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, aims to empower women, promote economic participation, and highlight outstanding business…

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 1,425 inspection campaigns and visits from July 27 to August 2, which resulted in the detention of 14 violating and irregular workers, while 106 violators were deported. The inspection campaigns and visits also resulted in monitoring several violations related to the provisions of several regulating laws, especially the Labour Market Regulatory Authority and the Residency Laws in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that legal measures were taken regarding the observed violations. The Authority pointed out that 1,411 inspection visits were carried out on various shops in all governorates,…

Manama : Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education, approved several regulatory decisions for the private education sector. These included licensing new private schools, an educational centre, early education institutions, and expanding educational services in several private institutions, as well as transferring ownership of some licenses.Key school-related decisions:- Licensing the establishment of Al Mawahib British Private School.- Licensing the addition of a secondary stage at Nadeen Private School.Educational centre decisions:-Licensing the establishment of Kunooz Al Arabia Private Educational Centre.Early education institutions (nurseries and kindergartens) decisions:-Licensing the establishment of Start Smart Nursery and Kindergarten.-Licensing the establishment of Rising Stars Nursery…

Manama :The Ministry of Interior has established a specialised office under the General Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Forensic Science to support victims of human trafficking.The office, aligned with international standards, provides a safe environment for victims to give testimony and includes a dedicated space for children. It aims to enhance cooperation with judicial authorities from investigation to prosecution.This step reflects Bahrain’s commitment to combating trafficking in persons, in line with Law No. 1 of 2008 with Respect to Trafficking in Persons and the Palermo Protocol, ratified under Law No. (4) of 2004.The Forensic Media Division emphasised ongoing awareness efforts…

Makkah : The General Court of Audit (GCA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Court of Accounts of the Republic of Türkiye signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in accounting, auditing, and professional development.  The agreement reflects both sides’ commitment to building partnerships and exchanging expertise. Under the terms of the MoU, the two Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) will collaborate on financial, compliance, and performance auditing, exchange expertise, and build professional capacities. The agreement includes cooperation in research and advisory projects, the organisation of joint meetings, conferences, and training programmes on topics of mutual interest,…

Manama, : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with Ali Abdulhussain Al Shaikh Khalaf Al Asfoor, the Advisor for Community Affairs at the Ministry of Interior, Shaikh Khalid bin Humood bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Governor of the Capital Governorate, and Hassan Abdullah Mohammed Al Madani, the Governor of the Northern Governorate, at Riffa Palace. His Royal Highness extended his congratulations on the royal trust bestowed upon them by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa through their appointments, wishing them success in carrying out their duties. His…

Beijing :  China’s marine economy expanded steadily during the first half of 2025, with gross ocean production reaching 5.1 trillion yuan (about $708 billion), marking a 5.8% year-over-year increase, according to preliminary data released Friday by China’s Ministry of Natural Resources.  The growth comes amid complex global economic conditions. Approved maritime development areas increased 25.2% to 167,000 hectares, supporting projects worth 500 billion yuan (about $69 billion).  Offshore crude oil production rose 2.3%, while natural gas output jumped 16.9%. The offshore wind power sector showed dramatic expansion, with new grid-connected capacity surging 199.4% and power generation growing 2.2%. Domestic aquatic…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, along with His Excellency General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, the Minister of Interior, today met with Nibras Talib, the Chief Executive Officer of the Labour Market Regulatory Authority and Chairman of the National Committee for Combatting Trafficking in Persons, along with members of the committee, at Riffa Palace. The meeting coincided with the occasion of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. His Royal Highness affirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s steadfast commitment, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa…