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Manama : Lieutenant General Dr Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Supreme Council of Health (SCH), opened the 4th Bahrain International Conference of Antimicrobial Resistance and Infectious Diseases, organised by the Infectious Diseases Association of the Bahrain Medical Society in cooperation with Education Plus. The conference brings together experts and speakers from more than 25 countries, along with healthcare officials, doctors and specialists.   Dr. Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdullah emphasised the importance of strengthening cooperation and sharing medical and scientific expertise to address health challenges related to infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. He highlighted the role of specialised…

New York : Shaikh Ahmed bin Isa bin Duaij Al Khalifa, Assistant Undersecretary for Telecommunications at the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, participated in Digital@UNGA 2026 in New York, held alongside the United Nations General Assembly and organised by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The event brought together senior officials, decision makers and representatives of governments, international organisations and the private sector to discuss telecommunications, digital transformation and emerging technologies. The 2026 edition focused on three main areas: Innovation and future technologies, expanding digital inclusion and access, and international cooperation towards a shared digital future. On the sidelines of the…

Nagoya : Bahrain won two gold medals on the opening day of the athletics competitions at the 20th Asian Games, Aichi-Nagoya 2026. Winfred Yavi won gold in the women’s 10,000 metres, while Bahrain secured its second gold medal in the mixed 4×400 metre relay. His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) and Head of Bahrain’s delegation to the Asian Games, attended the competitions and commended the performances of the Kingdom’s athletes and their determination and competitive spirit. HH Shaikh Isa bin Ali also commended the efforts of the Bahrain Athletics Association,…

New York : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, headed Bahrain’s delegation participating in the opening session of the general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, held under the theme “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All”. The session was presided over by Dr. Khalil Rahman, President of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, with the participation of António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations. Bahrain is participating in the session as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2026–2027 term, reaffirming…

Manama : Mo Gawdat, Former Chief Business Officer of Google X, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and internationally recognised AI expert, has joined Fintech Forward 2026’s speaker lineup to share his perspective on the future of artificial intelligence, human judgment, and responsible decision-making.  Gawdat’s participation comes at a time when AI is commanding global attention as businesses, regulators, and the public navigate questions around trust, accountability, and the role of human oversight in increasingly intelligent systems. The region’s flagship financial services forum will take place on October 7-8, under the theme “Finance in the Age of Intelligent Infrastructure.” Gawdat’s 27-year career spans…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, deputised Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister, to attend a reception hosted by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the Kingdom of Bahrain, marking the 96th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah was received by Naif bin Bandar Al Sudairi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Bahrain. Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah conveyed the congratulations and best wishes of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister to King Salman bin…

Manama :  His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al Sabah, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the State of Kuwait, who is visiting the Kingdom. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, was present. His Majesty the King affirmed Bahrain’s pride in the strong bonds and longstanding ties it shares with the State of Kuwait, which continue to grow stronger and closer through mutual commitment to develop and strengthen them across all domains. Sheikh Fahad Al Sabah conveyed to His Majesty the…

Manama :  Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister, inaugurated the 6th National Occupational Safety and Health Conference and Exhibition.  The event is organised by the Ministry of Labour and the Occupational Safety and Health Council under the theme Enhancing proactive protection through smart technologies. Representatives of civil society organisations, the three production parties, and several occupational safety and health experts and specialists also attended the event. Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (45) of 2026, regarding the transfer and appointment of directors at the Ministry of Oil and Environment, based on a proposal by the Minister of Oil and Environment. Article (I) Adnan Saeed Mohammed Al Mukhareq, Director of the Inspection and Licensing Directorate, shall be transferred to serve as Director of the Strategic Policies and Planning Directorate at the Ministry of Oil and Environment. Waleed Salman Abdulmahdi Al Moathen shall be appointed Director of the Inspection and Licensing Directorate at the…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (46) of 2026, transferring and appointing directors at the Ministry of Youth Affairs, based on a proposal by the Minister of Youth Affairs. Article (I) Musaed Salman Musaed Masood, Director of the Communication and Marketing Directorate, shall be transferred to serve as Director of the Events and Programmes Directorate at the Ministry of Youth Affairs, succeeding Abdulkareem Abdulhameed Al Meer. Waleed Yousif Ali Al Bahdi shall be appointed Director of the Communication and Marketing Directorate at the Ministry of Youth…