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Manama : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, today received Vinod K. Jacob, who submitted a copy of his credentials as Ambassador-designate of India to Bahrain. The minister affirmed the depth of the strong Bahraini-Indian relations, which are based on solid foundations of mutual respect and appreciation, in light of the keenness of the two countries’ leaderships to constantly bolster them in various fields to achieve common goals, wishing the envoy every success in carrying out his diplomatic duties. Vinod K. Jacob expressed pride in submitting a copy of his credentials to the Foreign Minister, affirming…

Manama, Aug. 14 (BNA): His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today chaired the weekly Cabinet Meeting at Gudaibiya Palace. The Cabinet highlighted the importance of the meeting held between His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, HE Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, in El Alamein, Egypt. The Cabinet noted the importance of cooperation between the two countries to achieve common aspirations of development, stability, and prosperity. The Cabinet congratulated the Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa has affirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s pride in its judiciary’s long history and pioneering achievements. HM the King stressed his constant keenness to consolidate the independence of the judiciary, support the judicial branch and provide it with qualified competencies, given its important role in promoting the principles of justice and equality, preserving rights and freedoms, and enhancing the security and stability of society. HM King Hamad made the statements while receiving a number of newly appointed judges, at the Al-Safriya Palace today. The judges took the legal oath before HM…

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) and the Social Insurance Organisation (SIO) have launched an initiative that will combine efforts to focus on further developing the wage protection system and link it to the labour wages database. The initiative was launched by Nouf Abdulrahman Jamsheer, CEO of the LMRA, and Eman Mustafa Al Murbati, CEO of the Social Insurance Organisation, in the presence of several officials of the two bodies at the headquarters of the SIO. Jamsheer expressed the LMRA’s pleasure in partnering with SIO, as the initiative is an important step towards the development of the wage…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today issued Royal Order (39) of 2023 amending provisions of Royal Order (17) of 2017 determining the criteria for appointing members of the Board of Commissioners of the National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR). The Royal Order stipulated the following:Article 1: The text of Article Three of Royal Decree 17/2017 determining the criteria for appointing members of the Board of Commissioners of the NIHR shall be replaced with the following text: “A committee shall be formed to select the members of the Board of Commissioners, headed by the Minister of the Royal Court,…

Manama : Abdullah Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, announced the launch of the “Takamul” Local Value Program in Industry during a press conference held at the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) Sameer Nass, Chairman of the BCCI, was present. Fakhro emphasised the ministry’s commitment to achieving the objectives of the industrial sector strategy (2022-2026), which is part of the Economic Recovery Plan and is aimed at boosting the industrial sector’s contribution to the GDP and increasing exports, as well as creating job opportunities for citizens. The Industrial Strategy (2022-2026) includes several aspects: strengthening national industries, investing…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) First Deputy Chairman, General Sports Authority (GSA) Chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) President attended a celebration organised by the Bahrain Cricket Federation marking the arrival of the 2023 International Cricket Council (ICC) Cricket World Cup trophy. Bahrain is hosting the Cricket World Cup trophy as part of the ICC international tour which includes 18 different countries. The Cricket World Cup will be held on October 5 – November 19 in India. HH Shaikh Khalid welcomed the arrival of the Cricket World Cup…

Tallinn : Following directives from HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Royal Endurance Team Captain, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Royal Endurance Team concluded its participation in the 120-km race of the FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Horses, Padise 2023, held in Estonia. 42 jockeys from 12 countries took part in the race, which witnessed fierce competition. The four-stage race was marred by horses’ injuries. The Royal Endurance Team’s participation in the championship adds to its presence in various international and European sporting gatherings in which it attained many successes. The…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received, at the Al-Safriya Palace today, Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Coexistence, following the issuance of a royal decree appointing him to his new post. HM the King congratulated Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed on his appointment, wishing him every success in continuing to spread the message of the King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Coexistence which embodies Bahrain’s long-standing leading role in consolidating the concepts of coexistence, tolerance, peace and…

Manama : National Security Advisor, Royal Guard Commander, Lieutenant-General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin  Hamad Al-Khalifa, hailed the impressive success of the “Qadha” show, the biggest Bahraini TV production and the first of its kind in the Arab world. The first episode of the programme was broadcast last Friday on Shahid streaming platform, reflecting Bahraini youth’s innovative potential and creativity. HH Shaikh Nasser made the statement as he received, the presence of Royal Guard Special Force Commander Staff Colonel HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the production team, as well as the top three winners- Ali Sajjad Hussein Dhaif…