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Sydney : South Korean and Pacific Islands leaders agreed to strengthen development and security cooperation after a two-day summit where Seoul said it would double development assistance by 2027. A joint declaration from the first Korea-Pacific Islands Summit, held in Seoul, recognized shared values of “freedom, democracy, the rule of law, human rights” and the “rules-based regional and international order”. A statement issued after the summit between South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol and 17 leaders and representatives from the Pacific Island Forum said “peace and stability in the Pacific region are interlinked with global peace and stability”. “The Leaders…

Manama : Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, held a meeting with Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, the Secretary for Consular, Passport, Visa and Overseas Indian Affairs at India’s Ministry of External Affairs, and his accompanying delegation, who are on an official visit to the kingdom to attend the sixth session of consultations between Bahrain and India. The minister affirmed the depth of ties between Bahrain and India, stressing the importance of developing the economic partnerships and achieving common goals. He also highlighted Bahrain’s suitable investment environment. He highlighted the initial positive results of the official visit of the…

London : In a new Bahraini achievement, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa’s 2 Seas Motorsport team scored a double podium win in the Intelligent Money British GT Championship, at Donington Park in the United Kingdom. Commenting, HH Shaikh Isa said, “It’s been a fantastic weekend, and I am really proud of the whole team who have turned up and delivered, on both sides of the garage.” “The yellow side showed strong pace, and were in the fight from the off, with James fighting throughout his whole stint, the stop was perfectly executed, and Jonny did…

Manama : The third Bahrain Baby Games, organized by the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) will kick off tomorrow. The event will be under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), General Sports Authority Chairman (GSA) and BOC President. Commencing at 4.30 pm with the arrival of the sponsor of the event accompanied by the playing of the Royal Anthem, followed by a series of performances from the participants. After that, the crawling competition for 12-month-olds will start, then the baby walker competition for children…

Manama : Labour Minister Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan inaugurated today “Career Expo 2023”, which was held by Bahrain Polytechnic at its headquarters in Isa Town. The event was attended by Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, the institute’s Board of Trustees Chairman, Labour Ministry Undersecretary Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Bahrain Polytechnic Chief Executive Dr. Ciarán Ó Catháin and invitees. The exhibition aims to boost vocational guidance for the students of the institute by informing them about the jobs available in the labour market and highlighting the market’s needs for various…

Billy-Berclau, May 30 (BNA): France will inaugurate on Tuesday a battery-making gigafactory, the first of four such plants European and Asian companies plan to build in the north of the country. The development by Automotive Cells Company, a joint-venture between Stellantis, Mercedes and TotalEnergies, involves total investment of 2 billion euros ($2.20 billion) – with the French state and local authorities providing nearly half. It highlights the race between European governments to attract global car makers as they seek to bring the supply of components for electric vehicles closer to their main markets. “ACC’s new plant marks a key milestone…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met the 24th intake of the Crown Prince’s International Scholarship Programme (CPISP), at Riffa Palace. His Royal Highness highlighted Bahrain’s continued commitment to advance education and knowledge which will further help deliver the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. His Royal Highness highlighted the Kingdom’s responsibility in providing Bahraini youth opportunities to further their knowledge and sharpen their skills. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister also noted the importance of developing the education sector…

Manama : The Foreign Ministries of the Kingdom of Bahrain and India held the sixth round of political talks. It was chaired by Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs, and Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, the Undersecretary for Consular Affairs, Passports, Visas and Overseas Expatriates Affairs of the Indian Ministry of External Affairs. Both sides reviewed ways of enhancing joint cooperation between the two friendly countries in political, commercial investment, scientific and security fields. They also discussed exchanging expertise in the security and space science domain and spotlighted regional and…

Manama: The Operations Directorate of the General Directorate of Civil Defence, held a coordination meeting on managing agricultural waste fires. Representatives from the Supreme Council for the Environment, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Agriculture and the Ministry of Health attended. Ways to enhance cooperation between the competent authorities to address accidents of agricultural waste fires were discussed, the most prominent causes and impact on the environment and appropriate solutions were discussed. The latest methods of using technology in monitoring and early warning of agricultural fires, in addition to how to safely dispose of waste were also reviewed.

Manama: Vedic IAS academy Institute was introduced its activities and achievements in the Kingdom of Bahrain on 19th May at the Ramee Grand Hotel. Mr. Yusuf Lori, Director of Information & Follow up at Capital Governorate, Mr. Mr. Akash Boban Thomas, Deputy CEO of Bobsco , Principal’s, the governing members and the Board members of schools, Media personalities, Representatives of various cultural associations were graced the event. Dr Mr. Babu Sebastian, Chancellor of Vedhik IAS Academy, Chancellor, Vedhik eSchool’s and Chancellor, Samkalp Vedhik IAS Academy New Delhi visited the Kingdom and introduced Vedic institutions and briefed about its achievements in…