Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of His Majesty King Hamad and Supreme Council for Women (SCW) president, expressed thanks and gratitude to the King, marking the conclusion of the seventh SCW session.
HRH Princess Sabeeka praised the royal support which enabled the council to achieve the King’s aspirations and promote Bahraini women’s advancement.
Chairing the closing session, she commended plans which are implemented in co-operation with state institutions to further consolidate women’s gains.
She commended the government, chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for supporting the council, which contributes to integrating women’s needs in development plans, increasing their participation in different work sites and enabling them to assume leading positions.
HRH Princess Sabeeka commended women’s participation in the 2022 parliamentary and municipal elections, which reflects their awareness and commitment to exercise their constitutional rights.