Saturday, December 6, 2025


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  • <p>Industry and Commerce Minister Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro received Egyptian Ambassador Riham Abdelhamid Mahmoud Ibrahim Khalil. During the meeting, both sides reviewed the long-standing relations between Bahrain and Egypt and discussed means to further strengthen co-operation, particularly in the economic and investment sectors.</p> <p>The minister commended the ambassador&rsquo;s efforts in enhancing bilateral relations and affirmed the ministry&rsquo;s commitment to advancing Bahraini-Egyptian economic partnership through expanded collaboration with the private sector.</p>
    Enhancing Egyptian relations
    20-10-2025 00:39 AM
  • <p>Housing and Urban Planning Minister Amna Al Romaihi received Sinosure vice general manager of leasing Zheng Zhongping and He Qi of the China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC). The meeting reviewed the progress of housing projects currently being implemented in partnership between the two companies. This included updates on the second and third phases of the Sitra Housing Project. It was confirmed that construction work is progressing in accordance with the approved schedule, with a focus on speeding up work on both phases to ensure housing units are delivered to beneficiaries on time. The meeting also explored opportunities to strengthen co-operation on new housing projects under Bahrain&rsquo;s Government Land Development Rights Programme. The delegation highlighted the strength of the co-operation with the ministry in delivering the Sitra Housing Project and their interest in expanding joint efforts to provide social housing services in the kingdom.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Housing projects reviewed
    20-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>On behalf of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa attended the graduation ceremony of the 11th cohort of Bahrain Polytechnic students, held yesterday at Bahrain National Theatre. He affirmed that the continuous development of the education sector at all levels, under the comprehensive development process led by His Majesty King Hamad, and the guidance of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, reflects the kingdom&rsquo;s firm belief that investing in education is an investment in a future built on creativity and excellence.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Polytechnic graduates honoured
    20-10-2025 00:00 AM
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    Polytechnic graduates honoured
    20-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Housing and Urban Planning Minister Amna Al Romaihi yesterday held a meeting with Muharraq Governorate officials to discuss the Muharraq City Development Project. </p> <p>The project remains among the government&rsquo;s top priorities, she said during a meeting attended by Governor Salman Bin Hindi, His Majesty&rsquo;s adviser for youth and sports affairs Saleh Bin Hindi and officials.</p> <p>The minister highlighted that all stakeholders are working as one team to meet project timelines and deliver outcomes consistent with Bahrain&rsquo;s architectural and cultural identity.</p>
    Muharraq project reviewed
    19-10-2025 00:33 AM
  • <p>Tourism Minister and Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) chairperson Fatima Al Sairafi, received the Singapore Gulf Bank (SGB) executive management to discuss means of strengthening strategic co-operation and exchanging expertise on promising opportunities in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, and its key role in supporting the kingdom&rsquo;s sustainable economic growth.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Boosting tourism sector
    19-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received Vice Admiral Curt Renshaw, Commander of the United States Naval Forces Central Command and Fifth Fleet, on his appointment, in the presence of Public Security chief Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan. They discussed areas of co-operation and security co-ordination, in addition to topics of shared interest.
    US relations boost
    16-10-2025 00:41 AM
  • <p>The Bahrain Philharmonic Orchestra performed a tribute concert to one of Bahrain&rsquo;s most popular musical artists, the late Ali Bahar, at the Bahrain National Theatre last night. Conducted by Bahraini maestro Dr Mubarak Najem, the concert featured three members from Mr Bahar&rsquo;s the Brothers Band (Furqat Al Ekhwa) and a number of talented Bahraini singers.</p> <p>A larger-than-life on-stage hologram of Mr Bahar, who died in 2011, sang the concert&rsquo;s final two songs, and his likeness even gave a speech an artificial intelligence (AI)-generated voice. The 1,001-seat hall was completely sold out last night.</p> <p>Due to the overwhelming response, a second show is set to take place tomorrow night.</p> <p>Above, Dr Najem with the three members from the band.&nbsp;</p>
    Musical tribute
    11-10-2025 01:43 AM
  • <p>Above, the orchestra performs against the backdrop of an image of Mr Bahar.</p>
    Musical tribute
    11-10-2025 01:43 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad sent a written message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, pertaining to bilateral relations and ways to develop them to serve their mutual interests. Bahrain&rsquo;s Ambassador to Moscow Ahmed Al Saati delivered the message to the president&rsquo;s assistant Yuri Ushakov at his office in the Presidential Administration.</p> <p>During the meeting, they discussed the course of the close friendship between the two countries, ways to develop and advance them to broader horizons, and deepen co-operation in areas of common interest.</p>
    Royal message
    08-10-2025 00:53 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Mr Singh, fourth from left, alongside BIT staff in Georgia</strong></em></p><p>Bahrain International Travel (BIT) organised its first staff offsite programme in Georgia recently. Sixteen team members participated in the three-day programme, which included cultural exploration, sightseeing and team-building activities. General manager Charan Deep Singh described the initiative as a milestone in boosting employee morale and motivation. He expressed gratitude to the top management of BIT for their support in making the event possible, noting that such initiatives reflected the company’s strong people-first values.</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>
    BIT organises staff offsite programme
    08-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><strong><em>BIT staff in Georgia</em></strong></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>
    BIT organises staff offsite programme
    08-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • Southern Governor and security committee chairman Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali Al Khalifa yesterday chaired the committee’s 10th meeting for 2025, attended by Deputy Governor Brigadier Hamad Al Khayyat and senior ministry officers. Shaikh Khalifa commended the directives of Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa to strengthen community engagement, praising the efforts of security agencies in maintaining safety and stability across the governorate. He affirmed the committee’s commitment to addressing residents’ security needs in co-ordination with relevant authorities, reinforcing community partnership and proactive security measures. The meeting reviewed recent Civil Defence campaigns, with Shaikh Khalifa emphasising continued co-operation to enhance safety and public awareness. He also praised the General Directorate of Traffic for its role in improving road safety through patrols and awareness initiatives. A presentation by the Security Co-ordination Officer highlighted key public proposals and security-related reports received through the Tawasul platform, which will be followed up by the committee to ensure timely responses.
    Security in spotlight
    08-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani met Netherlands&rsquo; Foreign Minister David van Weel in Kuwait, on the sidelines of the 29th Joint Ministerial Meeting between the GCC and the European Union. The two ministers discussed the longstanding ties between the two countries and its development.</p> <p>They also discussed means to enhance bilateral co-operation in all domains to serve mutual interests, exchanged views on regional developments and their impact on regional security and stability, and other topics of common interest.</p>
    Boosting ties with Netherlands
    07-10-2025 00:17 AM
  • <p>German Ambassador-Designate Henning Simon hosted a lunch for senior media executives in Bahrain yesterday at his residence in Saar. He will also be hosting a reception tomorrow evening at the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel&rsquo;s Al Taj Ballroom to mark the 35th anniversary of German unity.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    German envoy hosts media executives
    07-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em>Some of the attendees at the workshop</em></p><p>A financial literacy workshop for Sri Lankan workers was held recently at the Sri Lankan Embassy.</p><p>The event aimed to empower migrant workers by enhancing their financial management skills. Above, few of the attendees at the workshop</p>
    Financial literacy workshop held
    06-10-2025 00:52 AM
  • <p>Director-general of the General Directorate of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing Shaikh Khalid bin Rashid Al Khalifa received Norway&rsquo;s Ambassador (resident in Riyadh) Kjersti Tromsdal, and Deputy Head of Mission Monika Thowsen. The visit aimed to learn about Bahrain&rsquo;s expertise in implementing alternative sentencing and rehabilitation programmes.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Bahrain leads the way
    05-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>The Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) equal opportunities and gender balance committee in ports held its regular meeting, chaired by BOC board member and committee president Dr Shaikha Hessa bint Khalid Al Khalifa. The gathering took place at the committee&rsquo;s headquarters, and it included a review of the committee&rsquo;s training and development plans, its media strategy, and sports programmes. Dr Shaikha Hessa also discussed the results of co-ordination meetings and field visits conducted by the committee at various national federations. Dr Shaikha Hessa emphasised the importance of doubling efforts and strengthening co-operation to contribute to the implementation of the committee&rsquo;s initiatives and the realisation of its vision in the field of equal opportunities and gender balance.</p> <p>Above, Dr Shaikha Hessa chairs the committee&rsquo;s meeting.</p>
    BOC panel reviews plans
    01-10-2025 02:00 AM
  • <p>DECEMBER 1986: Not everyone seems too dismayed at the muddy puddles and cold weather that have hit Bahrain during the past few days. These youngsters are obviously having a good time playing in the mud.</p>
    Bygone Bahrain: A nostalgic trip through the GDN and Gulf Mirror archives
    01-10-2025 00:00 AM
  • MAY 1979: Weather man Majlis Essa operates the elaborate machine that will forecast the weather for the Bahrain area.
    Bygone Bahrain: A nostalgic trip through the GDN and Gulf Mirror archives
    30-09-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Education Minister and Higher Education Council chairman Dr Mohammed Mubarak Juma inaugurated the second Higher Education Exhibition organised by the Alumni Club.</p> <p>The event features 16 specialised universities and educational institutions and supports academic guidance by informing students and parents about suitable university options and labour market needs.</p> <p>Alumni Club board of directors chairman Abdullatif Ahmed Al Zayani expressed appreciation for Dr Juma&rsquo;s attendance and thanked all participating and collaborating parties.</p> <p>The exhibition is open to students and parents until October 2 at the Alumni Club in Adliya.</p>
    Education expo opens
    29-09-2025 01:26 AM
  • BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa yesterday paid an inspection visit to the Royal Bahraini Air Force (RBAF). He emphasised the BDF’s role in defending the kingdom, safeguarding its security and stability and protecting its achievements, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and Prime Minister. The commander-in-chief expressed pride in the BDF personnel, commending their noble service, combat readiness, administrative efficiency and steadfast dedication to the kingdom.
    BDF’s role praised
    29-09-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad&rsquo;s representative for humanitarian work and youth affairs and Royal Endurance Team captain Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa yesterday met the team&rsquo;s riders and the technical and administrative staff following their distinguished participation in the FEI World Championship for Young Riders and Juniors in Romania.</p> <p>The team secured second and third places and won the Best Condition Horse Award at the event. He said the results achieved by the Royal Endurance Team represent a genuine gain for Bahrain&rsquo;s endurance sport and a clear message that the discipline continues on its path of development and progress. He wished the team further success in upcoming championships, noting that the riders&rsquo; high level performance reflected strong teamwork and the spirit of determination that distinguishes the team.</p>
    Royal Endurance Team’s success praised
    27-09-2025 01:10 AM
  • <p>Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani met 80th United Nations General Assembly session president Annalena Baerbock, at the UN headquarters in New York. Dr Al Zayani conveyed the greetings and congratulations of His Majesty King Hamad and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to Ms Baerbock on her assumption of the presidency of the current session, wishing her success in carrying out her responsibilities.</p> <p>The minister commended the constructive role of the General Assembly in strengthening international co-operation and addressing global issues, emphasising Bahrain&rsquo;s keenness to enhance co-operation and co-ordination with the UN and its agencies across various domains. Ms Baerbock extended her congratulations to Bahrain on its election as a non-permanent member of the Security Council, wishing it success in fulfilling the diplomatic and political responsibilities of the membership.</p> <p>Dr Al Zayani also attended a reception hosted by the UAE&rsquo;s Permanent Mission to the UN, held under the patronage of UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Shaikh Abdulla bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He affirmed Bahrain&rsquo;s commitment to enhance co-operation with the UAE.</p> <p>Oil and Environment Minister and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs Dr Mohammed Bin Daina, Bahrain&rsquo;s permanent representative to the UN in New York Jamal Fares Al Ruwaiei, Foreign Ministry&rsquo;s Co-ordination and Follow-up Sector head Saeed Abdulkhaliq, Al Madar Centre head Ali Khalid Al Araifi, and the accompanying delegation attended the meeting.</p>
    Strengthening UN ties
    27-09-2025 00:45 AM
  • <p>Cultural enthusiasts were treated to a woman-centric musical dance play staged by the Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam (BKS) Ladies&rsquo; Wing last night. The event took place at the BKS Diamond Jubilee Hall in Segaiya and was graced by chief guest, actor and the first female president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists, Shwetha Menon. The character of Vindhyavali, the wife of King Mahabali, was skilfully brought alive in the namesake act that was put together by more than 100 Bahrain-based artists and technicians. The production was part of BKS&rsquo; Sraavanam 2025 Onam celebrations. Onam, celebrated by the Malayalee community worldwide, commemorates the return of the legendary King Mahabali to his kingdom, Kerala.</p>
    Musical treat
    26-09-2025 01:39 AM
  • <p>BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa yesterday received National Security Adviser and Royal Guard Commander Lieutenant General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa. </p><p>He praised Shaikh Nasser’s dedicated efforts in advancing combat readiness and administrative development of the Royal Guard within the BDF.</p>
    Dedicated efforts
    25-09-2025 01:28 AM
  • <p>The Interior Ministry announced that the Coastguard carried out a joint maritime exercise (Al Shamil 1), with participation from the National Guard and Bapco Energies, and several security directorates.</p> <p>The exercise included the implementation of maritime search and rescue operations in the area designated for Bapco Energies&rsquo; marine survey project, enhancing full readiness to respond to emergencies and safeguard lives and property.</p>
    Joint maritime drill
    25-09-2025 01:25 AM
  • <p>Supreme Council for Health chairman Lieutenant General Dr Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdulla Al Khalifa yesterday inaugurated a new intensive care unit at Salmaniya Medical Complex. </p><p>He noted that this step forms part of a comprehensive plan to expand critical care services and upgrade the complex’s infrastructure in response to rising patient needs and Bahrain’s vision for a sustainable healthcare future. </p><p>Government Hospitals chief executive officer Dr Maryam Al Jalahma pointed out that the new intensive care unit will strengthen the readiness of government hospitals to handle critical cases in line with international medical standards.</p>
    Expanding critical care services
    25-09-2025 01:26 AM
  • <p>On behalf of His Majesty King Hamad, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, National Guard Commander General Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa inaugurated the King Hamad University of Nursing and Associated Medical Sciences in Islamabad.</p> <p>Pakistan Armed Forces&rsquo; Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee chairman General Sahir Shamshad Mirza and Royal Medical Services Commander Brigadier General Dr Shaikh Fahad bin Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa were present.</p> <p>The King Hamad University of Nursing and Associated Medical Sciences will provide modern residential facilities for up to 1,000 students and aims to graduate 500 specialists annually.</p> <p>It will offer high-quality academic and administrative expertise, adopting curricula recognised on par with the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), in line with established academic and medical standards.</p>
    Bahrain opens university in Pakistan
    25-09-2025 01:20 AM
  • The Palestinian Mission in the UK launched a flag-raising ceremony to mark its recognition as the Embassy, following the UK’s official recognition of the State of Palestine. The event was attended by Bahrain’s Ambassador to the UK and Dean of the Arab Diplomatic Corps Shaikh Fawaz bin Mohammed Al Khalifa; Hamish Falconer, Minister for the Middle East and North Africa at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office; British parliamentarians, ambassadors and diplomats in the UK. Shaikh Fawaz welcomed the UK’s recognition of the Palestinian state.
    Palestinian flag raised
    24-09-2025 01:12 AM