Young Bahrainis are helping to shape the future of parliamentary work through digital innovation, Shura Council Chairman Ali Saleh Al Saleh declared yesterday, as he honoured winners of the council’s Digital Innovation in Parliamentary Work Competition.
Speaking at the ceremony – held at Injaz Bahrain in Umm Al Hassam, in partnership with the Youth Affairs Ministry and Bahrain Polytechnic – Mr Al Saleh praised the ‘remarkable spirit of innovation’ shown by Bahrain’s bright young minds.
“Youth contributions and creative digital initiatives are not just ideas – they are a national commitment that strengthens Bahrain’s democratic journey,” he said. “We’re proud of His Majesty the King’s unwavering support for the legislative authority and his vision that guides our development.”
Mr Al Saleh said His Majesty King Hamad’s directives form the foundation for sustained legislative progress, adding that the Shura Council remains committed to accelerating digital transformation to modernise parliamentary processes.
He also lauded the leadership of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for inspiring innovation across ‘Team Bahrain’.
“His Royal Highness’ support fuels a culture of creativity and constructive competition that strengthens national performance,” he noted.
The competition drew entries from young Bahrainis using artificial intelligence, big data and advanced digital tools to upgrade legislative work.
The winners were:
- First place: Maryam Yahya Al Ali - ‘Smart Legislation Platform’
- Second place: Ahmed Mahmood Al Daham Al Enezi - ‘Athar Plus’
- Third place: Maram Yusuf Al Shuail - ‘Intelligent Determination’
Mr Al Saleh said the council would work to adopt and implement the most promising projects. “These ideas will help shape a more efficient, transparent and technology-driven legislative system,” he added.
Mr Al Saleh said these contributions reflect a national determination to modernise Bahrain’s legislative system. “Our youth are not just participating – they are leading the way,” he said.
“They are inspiring a new digital future for our democracy.”
Council secretary-general Kareema Al Abbasi, who chaired the judging committee, said the competition was inspired by the King’s vision of empowering Bahraini youth and promoting innovation.
“Every finalist demonstrated exceptional creativity and technical skill,” she said. “Their projects reflect the ambitions of a generation ready to elevate Bahrain’s position in digital transformation and artificial intelligence.”
She noted that selecting the 10 finalists was a ‘difficult and highly competitive process’ due to the quality of submissions.
The ceremony featured presentations by the finalists, each outlining their digital tools and how their innovations could enhance efficiency, transparency and public engagement in parliamentary work.
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