Legislators are seeking to set up a paid consultancy centre where retired professionals can share decades of experience with businesses, institutions and the wider community.
MP Dr Ali Al Nuaimi, who is spearheading the proposal, said retirement should not mean the end of a person’s professional contribution, particularly when experienced Bahrainis still have valuable knowledge to offer.
The proposed centre would allow retired citizens to provide specialist advice, deliver training courses and support businesses and individuals in different fields in return for payment.
“Senior citizens have accumulated knowledge, skills and practical expertise that can benefit younger generations, support businesses and contribute to Bahrain’s development. They should also have the opportunity to earn an income from sharing that expertise,” Mr Al Nuaimi said.
Parliament’s services committee has unanimously backed the proposal, with chairman MP Mohammed Al Olaiwi describing the initiative as a way to recognise the continuing value of senior citizens while creating opportunities for them to remain active in society.
Tamkeen said in writing that similar objectives were already being pursued through existing national platforms, particularly the Bahrain Experts platform, known as Khubaraa.
“Launched by the Labour Ministry and the Information and eGovernment Authority, the platform brings together Bahraini experts across sectors including healthcare, information and communications technology, finance, insurance, banking and engineering,” it added.
“It aims to promote Bahraini expertise and market local talent both within the kingdom and internationally.”
The services committee, however, recommended approving the proposal, arguing that its public-interest objectives justified the move.
It is scheduled for debate and a vote during Tuesday’s weekly Parliament session.
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