Young people are the nation’s most valuable asset and the foundation of its progress and prosperity, His Majesty King Hamad has stressed.
Bahrain will continue to encourage, empower and prepare them to lead national development and build a more advanced future for the country, he said.
His Majesty also highlighted their role in enhancing Bahrain’s positive image, which has earned the country the respect and appreciation of nations around the world when he visited Youth City 2030 yesterday.
The King was received upon arrival by his representative for humanitarian work and youth affairs and Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) chairman Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, along with senior officials and Youth City 2030 supervisors.
His Majesty was briefed on the programmes and initiatives at Youth City 2030, the training opportunities it provides for Bahraini youth, and the programmes and courses aimed at developing their skills and abilities and enhancing their readiness to contribute to national development.
The briefing also outlined the main highlights of the 15th edition of Youth City, which features more than 324 programmes and provides more than 10,000 training opportunities, with 9,635 young men and women taking part.
It also includes 204 local and international partnerships, which contribute to enrich the programmes and providing participants with a range of experiences and expertise.
The King then toured Youth City 2030, visiting its centres and programmes, including the Science and Technology Centre, Arts and Culture Centre, Entrepreneurship and Leadership Centre, Media and Digital Innovation Centre and Summer Sports City.
He also visited the platform for the National Plan to Promote the Spirit of Belonging to the Nation and Reinforce the Values of Nationalism (Bahrainouna), as well as the Young Trader projects.
The King watched a performance by Youth City 2030 talents, showcasing the skills and abilities of young people. He expressed appreciation to the young participants and wished them success.
His Majesty emphasised that young people are continuing the efforts of previous generations in serving Bahrain. His Majesty added that seeing their work, activities and discussions gave a positive outlook on the future of Bahrain, and commended their continued readiness.
At the end of the visit, a commemorative group photograph was taken with His Majesty and officials and organisers.
His Majesty commended the strategic programmes overseen by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to invest in young people’s skills and strengthen their role in the country’s development.
The King praised the efforts of Shaikh Nasser in empowering young people and supporting their initiatives.
He also commended the contributions of SCYS first deputy chairman, General Sports Authority chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa for the sports and youth movements.
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