Saturday, December 6, 2025


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  • Royal welcome
    07-11-2025 01:06 AM
  • <p>A National Assembly delegation is taking part in the International Parliamentary Forum held alongside the World Summit in Doha.</p> <p>The delegation from Parliament and the Shura Council is led by Shura Council services committee vice-chairman Talal Al Mannai.</p> <p>Mr Al Mannai highlighted Bahrain&rsquo;s commitment to strengthening institutions and enhancing transparency through public-private partnerships and innovation-driven initiatives, in line with Bahrain&rsquo;s Economic Vision 2030.</p> <p>The legislative authority, he said, plays a key role in enacting laws that invest in people and institutions while ensuring accountability and supporting social development strategies.</p> <p>The forum is being organised by the Inter-Parliamentary Union under the theme &lsquo;Investing in People and Institutions&rsquo;.</p>
    Parliamentary push
    05-11-2025 00:43 AM
  • Parliamentary push
    05-11-2025 00:43 AM
  • <p>BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa yesterday met UK House of Lords member Lord Ross Kempsell and his accompanying delegation.</p> <p>BDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi and Adviser for Financial and Technical Affairs at BDF General Command Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa attended the meeting.</p> <p>The Commander-in-Chief praised the longstanding co-operation between Bahrain and the UK.</p>
    UK ties boost
    04-11-2025 02:16 AM
  • <p>Works Ministry assistant under-secretary for roads Ahmed Al Tajer received a delegation from the Project Management Institute to discuss enhancing co-operation and exchanging expertise in project management.</p> <p>The meeting reviewed opportunities for collaboration, including specialised training programmes, joint initiatives to develop the project management environment, and the exchange of expertise and participation in regional and international events organised by the institute.</p>
    Co-operation discussed
    04-11-2025 00:50 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Officials take part in a panel discussion at the conference</strong></em></p> <p>Bahrain highlighted ongoing efforts to preserve its architectural and cultural heritage at a major forum hosted by Qatar Museums in Doha. The 27th Conference on Archaeology and Cultural Heritage in the Arab World, held under the theme &lsquo;Sustainability of Cultural Heritage: Challenges and Future Strategies&rsquo;, was organised in co-operation with the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organisation (Alesco). Bahrain was represented at the event by Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (Baca) director-general of heritage Shaikh Mohamed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa who presented a research paper titled &lsquo;Muharraq City Development Plan&rsquo;. The conference also witnessed the launch of the First Arab Youth Forum for Sustainable Heritage, designed to empower Arab youth and enhance their role in the fields of archaeology and cultural heritage preservation, thereby reinforcing the concept of sustainability within joint Arab cultural initiatives.&nbsp;</p>
    Steps to preserve cultural heritage
    04-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, yesterday departed Egypt, following his attendance at the inauguration ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum, on behalf of His Majesty King Hamad.</p> <p>He was bid farewell by Egypt&rsquo;s Public Business Sector Minister Mohamed Shimy.</p>
    HRH Prince Salman leaves Egypt
    03-11-2025 02:48 AM
  • HRH Prince Salman leaves Egypt
    03-11-2025 02:48 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, has affirmed the importance of unity among nations and avoiding escalation, noting that this remains the highest goal and the most effective means to achieve security and prosperity. </p><p>The King also emphasised the importance of supporting efforts to promote peace and co-operation in a manner that enhances development, stability and prosperity for the region and the wider international community. </p><p>His Majesty expressed pride in the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) personnel, praising their dedication and loyalty during a visit to the BDF General Command yesterday. </p><p>He was briefed on future plans to develop all its branches and units. </p><p>His Majesty was received by BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Defence Minister Lieutenant General Abdulla Al Nuaimi and senior officers. </p><p>He also commended the outstanding performance of BDF personnel in military courses both in the kingdom and abroad.</p>
    Unity among nations ‘vital to achieve security’
    03-11-2025 01:04 AM
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    Unity among nations ‘vital to achieve security’
    03-11-2025 01:04 AM
  • Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani met Brigadier General Ahmad Al Hajjar, Minister of Interior and Municipalities of Lebanon, who is visiting Bahrain to attend the IISS Manama Dialogue 2025. The meeting discussed historical relations between the two countries, and the progress and development of these ties across various sectors. They also reviewed efforts to enhance co-operation to serve the shared interests of both countries and their peoples. The meeting further addressed the efforts of the Lebanese government to strengthen security and stability, preserve its sovereignty and independence, and meet the aspirations of the Lebanese people for growth and prosperity. They also exchanged views on latest regional developments and their implications for security and stability in the region.
    Ties reviewed
    03-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani yesterday met Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign and Expatriate Affairs Minister Ayman Safadi, on the occasion of his visit to Bahrain to participate in the IISS Manama Dialogue 2025.</p> <p>They reviewed close bilateral relations and shared commitment to strengthening and expanding co-operation, in line with the directives of His Majesty King Hamad and King Abdullah.</p> <p>The two ministers also discussed recent regional developments and means to enhance co-ordination in support of regional and international efforts to maintain the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid, reduce tensions, and promote a just and lasting peace in the region.</p>
    Strengthening co-operation
    01-11-2025 02:36 AM
  • Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani met Estonia’s Foreign Ministry Secretary General Jonatan Vseviov. They discussed strengthening Bahrain-Estonia relations, exploring ways to enhance co-operation, and exchanging views on regional and global developments and their impact on security and stability. Dr Al Zayani separately met Bangladesh’s foreign adviser Towhid Hossain, and discussed ways to strengthen collaboration across key sectors.
    Strengthening co-operation
    01-11-2025 02:36 AM
  • <p>Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa yesterday met Lebanon&rsquo;s Interior and Municipalities Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Al Hajjar, on the sidelines of the IISS Manama Dialogue 2025.</p> <p>Gen Shaikh Rashid highlighted the importance of the strategic issues discussed during the IISS Manama Dialogue, noting that such platforms reinforce co-operation and co-ordination to address global challenges. He emphasised Bahrain&rsquo;s active contribution to promoting regional and international peace and security by fostering dialogue and the exchange of ideas and expertise among decision-makers.</p>
    Strategic issues in spotlight
    01-11-2025 02:42 AM
  • Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received Pakistan’s Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of the Armed Forces chairman General Nadeem Raza. The minister underlined the importance of strengthening co-operation and co-ordination to address current security challenges. He noted that the IISS Manama Dialogue is among the most prominent international forums hosted by Bahrain, distinguished by its high level of organisation and participation, reflecting the kingdom’s global standing. He emphasised Bahrain’s commitment to promoting coexistence and a culture of peace, in line with the vision of His Majesty King Hamad.
    Strategic issues in spotlight
    01-11-2025 02:42 AM
  • <p>Kazakh jiu-jitsu athlete Leila Rakhimzhanova celebrates after winning her bronze medal match yesterday in the girls&rsquo; under-63kg category. Her &lsquo;heart&rsquo; gesture is an illustration of the feelings of the thousands of competitors, coaches, officials, support staff, and fans from Bahrain and across the continent who were a part of the third Asian Youth Games in the kingdom, as the mega multi-sport event wraps up this evening with the official closing ceremony at Khalifa Sports City Arena in Isa Town.</p> <p>Picture: AHMED ALFARDAN</p>
    Heartfelt gesture
    31-10-2025 01:21 AM
  • <p>Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani visited the Thailand Embassy to offer condolences on the passing of Queen Sirikit, mother of King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand. </p><p>Dr Al Zayani conveyed Bahrain’s sincere condolences to the government and people to Thailand’s Ambassador Sumate Chulajata. </p><p>The minister also underlined the close Bahrain-Thai relations and wished Thailand continued peace, stability and prosperity.</p>
    Condolences offered
    29-10-2025 03:34 AM
  • <p>Deputy Prime Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa attended the 2025 graduation ceremony of the British University of Bahrain, held at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) in Sakhir. The ceremony was attended by members of the Royal Family, Education Minister and Higher Education Council chairman Dr Mohammed Mubarak Juma and British Ambassador Alastair Long.</p> <p>Shaikh Khalid praised the role of the Higher Education Council in monitoring and enhancing the quality of university education.</p> <p>He congratulated the graduates wishing them success in their future careers.</p>
    Graduation ceremony
    29-10-2025 03:39 AM
  • <p>Electricity and Water Affairs Minister Yasser Humaidan yesterday inaugurated five ultra-fast electric vehicle charging stations, marking a key step in Bahrain&rsquo;s transition to clean and sustainable transport.</p> <p>Located in Diyar Al Muharraq, the Avenues, Adliya, Liwan and Durrat Al Bahrain, the stations can charge vehicles up to 80 per cent in under 15 minutes, making them among the fastest in the region.</p> <p>To encourage adoption, charging will be free for six months.</p> <p>The ministry also launched a mobile app to help users locate charging stations, track availability in real time and make digital payments as part of efforts to modernise services and advance sustainable mobility.</p> <p>Above, the minister and officials at the new charging station at The Avenues.</p>
    Five new ultra-fast EV charging stations
    29-10-2025 01:24 AM
  • <p>Attendees at the event</p> <p>The UN team in Bahrain organised an event to mark the world body&rsquo;s 80th anniversary in Bahrain at the Bahrain Science Centre for SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) yesterday, in partnership with the Youth Affairs Ministry.</p> <p>UN Information Centre director Ahmed Lassoued highlighted the transformative role of youth in shaping the future, while the ministry&rsquo;s Youth Enabling Department director Shaikha Butti underlined the strong partnership with the UN in empowering youth and advancing the 2030 agenda.</p>
    Celebrating UN’s anniversary
    27-10-2025 01:23 AM
  • <p>The Judicial and Legal Studies Institute, in co-operation with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), launched a specialised training programme for data managers and data protection officers, aimed at developing national expertise in line with the Personal Data Protection Law. The initiative supports Bahrain&rsquo;s digital transformation strategy and its efforts to enhance data protection.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Data protection training programme launched
    27-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>More than 100 people donated blood during a camp organised by the Palakkad Arts and Cultural Theatre (PAACT) at Salmaniya Medical Complex. The event was led by PAACT president Ashok Kumar, with chief co-ordinator Jyothi Menon delivering the welcome address. Present were other officials.</p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Blood donation camp organised
    27-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><br></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Blood donation camp organised
    27-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Mr Madathil, centre, receives a memento in the presence of BKCK members</strong></em></p> <p>The unregistered Bahrain Kannur City Kootayma (BKCK) group recently hosted its monthly family gathering at Al Ghous Corniche in Muharraq. The chief guest at the event was the Mayor of Kannur Corporation Muslih Madathil who addressed the gathering, highlighting developments and future plans of the corporation.&nbsp;</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Community outreach
    27-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>A tree being planted at Sitra Walkway</strong></em></p><p>Around 140 trees were planted as part of an environmental initiative organised by the Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Ministry and CleanUp Bahrain. Volunteers and officials took part in the planting activity, supporting the ministry’s ongoing work to expand green spaces across the kingdom and contributing to the National Afforestation Plan, which aims to double Bahrain’s tree count from 1.8 million to 3.6m by 2035.</p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Adding green cover
    26-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Volunteers planting another tree</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Adding green cover
    26-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • His Majesty King Hamad, accompanied by his sons, yesterday attended the wedding of Shaikh Khalifa bin Mohammed bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, grandson of Bahrain Defence Force Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa. The ceremony was held at the Commander-in-Chief’s majlis in Riffa. Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa expressed gratitude to His Majesty for attending the wedding.
    Royal blessings
    24-10-2025 01:08 AM
  • <p>Tamkeen marked National Tree Week by planting a tree, underscoring the importance of environmental awareness and sustainability.</p> <p>Group chief executive Maha Mofeez commended His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for launching the initiative and reaffirmed Tamkeen&rsquo;s commitment to supporting efforts that foster a green and sustainable work environment in line with the National Afforestation Plan to double Bahrain&rsquo;s tree population to 3.6 million by 2035.</p> <p>Above, officials planting the tree.</p>
    Afforestation plan branches out
    20-10-2025 01:17 AM
  • <p>Palestinian cause will always remain a priority for Bahrain under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad and with the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, said Parliament Speaker Ahmed Al Musallam at the 39th Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union session.</p> <p>The session was chaired by Oman Shura Council chairman Shaikh Khalid bin Hilal Al Maawali, on the sidelines of the 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union assembly in Geneva, Switzerland.</p> <p>Mr Al Musallam noted that Bahrain, through its non-permanent membership in the Security Council for the next two years, will prioritise the Palestinian cause and Arab issues, reflecting its commitment to joint Arab action and awareness of increased responsibilities under current circumstances.</p>
    Palestine ‘top priority’
    20-10-2025 00:25 AM
  • <p>Bahrain officially assumed the presidency of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) during the co-ordination meeting held in Geneva, Switzerland, on the sidelines of the 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) assembly, attended by Parliament Speaker and Parliamentary Division Executive Committee chairman Ahmed Al Musallam.</p><p>The meeting was attended by several heads and representatives of Asian parliaments and legislative councils. Mr Al Musallam emphasised Bahrain’s commitment to enhancing constructive co-operation with Asian countries and achieving optimal investment in developmental paths.</p><p>He highlighted the meeting’s aim to enhance Asian parliamentary co-operation and expressed appreciation for Bahrain’s parliamentary group being entrusted with the APA presidency for 2026.</p><p>He underlined that Bahrain’s parliamentary group will continue advancing the Assembly’s role by opening broad co-operation and co-ordination for the benefit of Asian countries and peoples.</p>
    Bahrain assumes APA presidency
    20-10-2025 00:29 AM