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Manama :  His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Decree (59) of 2025, appointing an Undersecretary at the Ministry of Oil and Environment, based on the proposal of the Minister of Oil and Environment and following the approval of the Cabinet. Article I Ezz Ahmed Al Mannai, Director of Policies and Strategic Planning at the Ministry of Oil and Environment, shall be appointed Undersecretary of the Ministry of Oil and Environment. Article II The Minister of Oil and Environment shall implement this decree, which shall come into effect from the date of its issuance and be published in…

Manama : Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism, inaugurated the new branch of Annada store at Marassi Galleria, coinciding with the brand’s celebration of its 14th anniversary. The Tourism Minister emphasised the importance of supporting national initiatives that highlight Bahraini identity and enhance its position within a comprehensive tourism experience. She noted that such initiatives open opportunities for Bahraini brands to expand into regional and international markets, particularly those offering cultural and heritage-inspired products that enrich the tourism experience while contributing to economic diversification and supporting the national tourism sector. Minister Al Sairafi highlighted that the opening of…

Manama : The Royal Court announced that, on behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Personal Representative of His Majesty the King, will depart the Kingdom of Bahrain tomorrow for the State of Qatar to lead Bahrain’s delegation at the emergency Arab-Islamic summit in Doha. The summit will discuss the Israeli aggression against the State of Qatar. HH Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad will be accompanied by Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Nawaf bin Mohammed Al Maawda, Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments;…

Manama : Aster has officially launched its Family & Chronic Disease Clinics in Sanad, further strengthening the Kingdom’s focus on preventive and family-centered healthcare. Dr. Sherbaz Bichu and Mr. Manish Jain inaugurated the the event, highlighting that well-rounded patient care is always the priority of the Aster. The medical team of the launched department includes Family Medicine Specialists Dr. Yusuf Altahoo and Dr. Affan Abdullah, will provide continuous support for patients and families in managing both everyday health needs and chronic conditions. The clinics offer comprehensive services for all age groups, ranging from early detection of health risks to long-term…

Mogadishu : Thirty terrorists were killed in a military operation carried out by the Somali army in El dheer, Galgaduud region, central Somalia. Government forces also arrested a number of terrorists, including senior leaders involved in violations against civilians. The agency added that six soldiers were killed and 14 others injured during the clash.

Casablanca : Bahrain’s under-19 boys’ national team won the gold medal in the team event at the Arab Table Tennis Championship, held in Casablanca, Morocco. The team secured the title after defeating hosts Morocco 3–1 in the final, delivering a strong performance that earned them the gold medal. The Bahrain team was represented by Mohammed Nader Al Aali, Majid Naji and Yousif Hassan Aman. The players will be awarded their medals at the tournament’s closing ceremony.

Beijing, : Chinese lawmakers have adopted a new law to regulate research, development and the peaceful use of atomic energy. The legislation was passed during a session of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress. The law consists of 62 articles and stipulates that China will fulfil its obligations under international treaties it has signed or joined. It also establishes a nuclear security system to strengthen safety in atomic energy research, development and use. The law underlines China’s commitment to the peaceful use of atomic energy, encourages international cooperation and calls for sharing the benefits of peaceful applications. It…

Washington : Axel Van Trotsenburg, Managing Director at the World Bank, said the bank will allocate 70% of a $100 billion package, raised by one of its arms, to provide concessional financing for the world’s poorest countries, with Africa as the main beneficiary. According to preliminary data from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), official development assistance to Africa from its member countries fell by 1% to $42 billion last year. Further declines are expected after US President Donald Trump cut funding for many aid programmes, while European countries redirected more resources toward defence. Estimates indicate that entrepreneurs…

Manama : The Court of the Crown Prince announces that His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, will undertake an official visit to Japan. The visit underscores the mutual unwavering commitment to strengthening the longstanding ties between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Japan, in support of achieving shared aspirations. During the visit, His Royal Highness is scheduled to meet with His Majesty Emperor Naruhito, the Emperor of Japan, and several senior Japanese officials, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation. His Royal Highness will also attend Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, and will…

Tokyo : United Airlines said on Friday that two people had sustained minor injuries after a flight heading from Tokyo to Cebu in the Philippines made an emergency landing over concerns of a potential fire in the cargo hold. United’s Flight 32, a Boeing 737-800 with 135 passengers and seven crew members onboard, was diverted to Kansai International Airport in Osaka after it took off from Narita Airport near Tokyo. All passengers and crew onboard the jet were evacuated using the emergency slides, while the two injured were taken to the hospital, United said. The carrier added that an initial…