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Manama : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, attended a ceremony marking the launch of the new identity of Ahli United Bank under the name Kuwait Finance House, in the presence of Sheikh Thamer Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the Kingdom of Bahrain, and senior officials. The minister emphasised Bahrain’s commitment to further developing the financial and banking sector by creating the necessary conditions to enhance its performance and sustainability. He noted that this commitment supports the Kingdom’s efforts to reinforce its position as a global financial centre,…

Manama : Batelco by Beyon unveiled its latest connectivity solution, Voya, a data roaming eSIM service tailored for today’s modern-day travelers who value being connected. The Voya eSIM service is a first of its kind for Batelco and Bahrain, and is available to users worldwide, from all telecommunication companies, not just Batelco’s customers. Batelco’s Voya eSIM enables quick, reliable, and flexible roaming. Users can download an affordable data roaming plan directly to their phone without the hassle of needing to exchange a SIM card, making it easy for customers to stay connected while travelling. Starting from as low as BD2,…

Manama : Bahrain has been ranked as the most cost-competitive location to operate a financial services firm with a tech hub within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, with a 48% cost advantage, in the ‘Cost of Doing Business in the GCC’ financial services sector report published by Ernst & Young LLP’s United States office. Given the growing importance of technology and innovation in developing the financial services industry in the GCC region, the in-depth study analysed key data, factoring in direct and indirect annual costs associated with yearly operating costs. The categories benchmarked included office space, talent acquisition, business…

Abu Dhabi : Yas Clinic Khalifa City, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre, has launched an advanced robotic spine surgery programme that uses an intelligent navigation system powered by artificial intelligence, marking a significant step forward in establishing advanced medical care. The launch follows the successful completion of two complex procedures by the medical team on female patients in their fifties and sixties who were suffering from spinal canal stenosis and chronic pain that had impaired their mobility. The precision of the robotic intervention accelerated the patients’ recovery and enabled them to return to their normal lives.…

Ankara : The third round of political consultations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Republic of Türkiye was held today in Ankara. The session was co-chaired by Ambassador Shaikh Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa, Director General of Bilateral Relations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Ambassador Ahmet Rıza Demirer, Director General for Bilateral Political Affairs – Middle East at the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Ambassador Shaikh Abdullah bin Ali commended the strong bilateral relations between Bahrain and Türkiye and their continued growth across various sectors. He underscored Bahrain’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Türkiye in political, economic,…

Geneva : Ambassador Abdullah Abdullatif Abdullah, the Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Nations Office and other international organisations in Geneva, headed Bahrain’s delegation to the WSIS+20 High-Level Event and the AI  for Good Global Summit, both organised by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in Geneva from July 7 to 11. The WSIS+20 Forum is held in partnership with several United Nations agencies, including the ITU, UNESCO, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), and the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD). The forum…

Kathmandu : A mountain river flooded by monsoon rains swept away the main bridge connecting Nepal with China and 18 people were also swept away by the flooding on Tuesday, Nepali authorities said. Rescue efforts were underway as officials assessed the damage and searched for the missing people. Police said 95 rescuers were already in the area and more are expected to join in rescue efforts. The flooding on the Bhotekoshi River destroyed the Friendship Bridge at Rasuwagadi, which is 120 kilometers (75 miles) north of the capital, Kathmandu, in the early hours of Tuesday. The destruction of the bridge…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued Edict (40) of 2025 regarding the reformation of the Council for the Guardianship of Funds for Minors, based on a proposal by the Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, following the approval of the Cabinet. Article (l) The Council for the Guardianship of Funds for Minors shall be restructured. The Council will be headed by the Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, with the following members: – Redha Abdullah Faraj – Member – Jasim Ahmed Al Mehza – Member -…

Manama : The Human Rights Affairs Sector at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held an educational seminar today for the “Friends of the Child Rights Commissioner” team, chaired by Ambassador Dr. Arwa Hasan Al Sayed, with the participation of Dr. Hooreya Al Dairi, Child Rights Commissioner at the National Institution for Human Rights. The seminar included an educational presentation on the principles of diplomacy and human rights, highlighting the interconnection between diplomatic work and the protection of rights, as well as Bahrain’s role in promoting human rights values at both national and international levels. The session featured an interactive discussion…

Manama : The Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB) today reported it has attracted over USD 250 million in investment from United Kingdom-based companies in the past three years (2022-2024) spanning across key sectors including financial services, ICT, education and tourism. This milestone achievement underscores Bahrain’s growing appeal as a strategic investment destination and highlights the strengthening economic ties between Bahrain and the United Kingdom. The announcement was made during a visit to the UK aimed at showcasing Bahrain’s investmentopportunities to British businesses and investors. Led by H.E. Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister ofSustainable Development, Chief Executive of Bahrain EDB,…