PARALYMPICS – BAHRAIN Paralympic Committee (BPC) president Shaikh Mohamed bin Duaij Al Khalifa affirmed that the kingdom’s hosting of the Bahrain 2026 World Para Powerlifting Championships later this month represents a significant milestone in the development of Bahrain’s Paralympic sports.
The event is to take place under the directives of Supreme Council for Youth and Sports first deputy chairman, General Sports Authority chairman, and Bahrain Olympic Committee president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa from November 27 to December 2.
Shaikh Mohamed emphasised that hosting this prestigious event reflects the international community’s confidence in Bahrain’s ability to organise major sporting championships, in accordance with the highest standards, further strengthening its position on the worldwide Paralympic sports stage.
Shaikh Mohamed explained that the significance of the championship extends beyond welcoming elite Paralympic athletes from around the world. It also provides an important platform to showcase their exceptional abilities and potential of these athletes while promoting the values of determination, perseverance, and sporting excellence.
Furthermore, the championship offers Bahraini athletes a valuable opportunity to compete alongside world-class champions, gain technical experience, enhance their performance, and strengthen their prospects of achieving success in international competitions.
Shaikh Mohamed highlighted the pivotal role played by the BPC in preparing for this major international event through close coordination with the international federation and relevant authorities. These efforts include ensuring that all organisational, technical, and logistical requirements are met to deliver a championship that reflects the kingdom’s distinguished reputation for hosting international sporting events and demonstrates the strong co-operation and co-ordination amongst all stakeholders involved in its success.
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