Monday, June 8, 2026


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  • Labour and Legal Affairs Minister Yousif Khalaf chaired the 46th GCC Labour Ministers’ co-ordination meeting in Geneva, as part of Bahrain’s presidency of the current session of the GCC. Held on the sidelines of the 114th session of the International Labour Conference, the meeting focused on advancing labour co-operation among GCC member states and aligning positions on key issues under discussion at the conference.

    06-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam (BKS) staged the grand finale of its annual cultural programme, Devji BKS GCC Kalotsavam 2026, yesterday, marking the end of the festival. The glittering event, held at its premises in Segaiya, featured Indian Ambassador Vinod Jacob as chief guest and included an award ceremony for winners of individual and group competitions. Around 800 participants across age groups took part in this year’s edition. In a first, Kalotsavam introduced the Special GCC Championship award this year, which was presented to Iris Elma Liju from Saudi Arabia. Gayathri Sudheer was crowned Kalathilakam, Samvruth Satheesh won the Kalaprathibha title, and Nehal Nibin was named Balathilakam. Above, the winners with the ambassador and BKS officials at the event.
    Winners crowned at cultural programme
    06-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani attended a reception hosted by Italian Ambassador Andrea Catalano at the embassy premises on his country&rsquo;s National Day. The minister conveyed the congratulations of His Majesty King Hamad and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister to the leadership, government and people of Italy.</p> <p>Dr Al Zayani expressed Bahrain&rsquo;s appreciation for Italy&rsquo;s continued support for efforts to promote international peace and security.</p>
    Italy’s National Day reception
    03-06-2026 02:36 AM
  • <p>Works Minister Ibrahim Al Hawaj met Arabian Gulf University (AGU) president Dr Saad Al Fahaid.</p> <p>Works Ministry assistant under-secretary for roads Ahmed Al Tajer was present.</p> <p>Mr Al Hawaj affirmed the ministry&rsquo;s commitment to continuing the development of infrastructure projects and enhancing co-ordination with relevant entities, to support development and strategic projects, improve service efficiency, achieve sustainable development goals and provide advanced infrastructure that keeps pace with aspirations and desired objectives.</p> <p>The meeting also discussed topics of mutual interest and reviewed updates on infrastructure works related to King Abdullah Medical City.</p> <p>Dr Al Fahaid commended the co-operation with Works Ministry, affirming the importance of continuing joint co-ordination to support the implementation of infrastructure projects.</p>
    Infrastructure projects discussed
    22-05-2026 00:56 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Traders sign the pledge in the presence of Mr Tarradah, Dr Al Qattan and Ms Al Hamlan</strong></em></p> <p>Traders in the Old Manama Suq yesterday signed a document pledging &lsquo;support and loyalty&rsquo; to His Majesty King Hamad. The event, held at Bab Al Bahrain, was organised by the Capital Trustees Board in partnership with Alya Al Hamlan, a prominent Bahraini social activist, researcher and media figure known for her community leadership. She also hosts a well-known cultural and social majlis promoting national identity, social partnership and tolerance. Speeches were delivered by board chairman Saleh Tarradah and vice-chairwoman Dr Khulood Al Qattan, while a range of activities were organised for suq visitors.&nbsp;</p>
    Traders’ loyalty and support affirmed
    26-05-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Bahrain’s musical heritage showcased</strong></em></p><p>The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (Baca) staged a musical folk night on Friday at the Cultural Hall. The event, organised in conjuction with Eid Al Adha, featured the Dar Al Budaiya Al Janoubiya Band, which performed a selection of traditional songs, bringing alive Bahrain’s rich heritage. Attendees enjoyed some of Bahrain’s most celebrated melodies, characterised by distinctive rhythms that reflect the kingdom’s maritime, social and cultural history.</p>
    Cultural night held
    31-05-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>The audience enjoying the performance in rapt silence</strong></em></p>
    Cultural night held
    31-05-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad yesterday signed a document of thanks and loyalty, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Shaikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Shaikh Sultan bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The sons of His Majesty also signed the document.</p>
    Document of thanks signed
    02-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • Document of thanks signed
    02-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • Document of thanks signed
    02-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • Document of thanks signed
    02-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • Document of thanks signed
    02-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Students who received the mementoes with members of the group</strong></em></p> <p>The Bahrain Kannur City Kootayma group organised an Eid gathering during which children of its members who successfully completed Grades 10 and 12 were felicitated. The event was held at Indian Delights restaurant in Salmaniya and attended by Fazal Bahrain, Ashraf Kakandi, Faisal Ismail, and media professional Noor Mohamed. Mementoes were presented to the achievers by executive committee members following which traditional meals were served.&nbsp;</p>
    Students honoured
    02-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>Finance and National Economy Minister and Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat) board of directors chairman Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa met his French counterpart and Industry, Energy and Digitalisation Minister Roland Lescure on the sidelines of Choose France Summit hosted by France. During the meeting, Shaikh Salman emphasised the close relations between Bahrain and France, based on solid foundations of co-operation and co-ordination in various fields, especially in the financial and economic fields, pointing to the importance of building on the partnership achieved between the two countries, and exchanging experiences and expertise in order to achieve the desired aspirations and goals.</p>
    Boosting financial ties
    02-06-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>Education Minister Dr Mohammed Mubarak Juma conducted an inspection visit to centres administering the English language proficiency assessment (APTIS) as part of the final stage of evaluations for admission to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) in government schools.</p> <p>The minister met the students and parents, as well as members of the educational and administrative teams overseeing the assessment process.</p> <p>A total of 559 students qualified for the final stage of evaluations, which involved more than 3,000 students from all intermediate schools across Bahrain.</p>
    Assessment centres inspected
    08-06-2026 01:11 AM
  • <p>Fighting has continued unabated in Lebanon in spite of a ceasefire. Lebanon&rsquo;s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam accused Israel of pursuing a &ldquo;scorched-earth policy&rdquo; in his country&rsquo;s south, urging a halt to the fighting as Israel carried out fresh airstrikes and issued evacuation orders for more than a dozen locations.&nbsp;</p> <p><br />Above, smoke billows from southern Lebanon following Israeli strikes.</p>
    ‘Scorched-earth policy’
    31-05-2026 01:24 AM
  • <p>Information Minister Dr Ramzan Al Nuaimi received US Ambassador Stephanie Hallett. Dr Al Nuaimi highlighted the historical ties between Bahrain and the US, as well as the continuous development and growth of bilateral ties across various domains.</p> <p>The meeting reviewed areas of co-ordination and co-operation between the two countries.</p> <p>The minister affirmed keenness to build on the partnership and further enhance bilateral co-operation.</p> <p>A number of topics of mutual interest were also discussed, particularly in the cultural and media sectors.</p>
    Media relations in focus
    26-05-2026 02:07 AM
  • <p>Kuwaiti Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Shereeda Abdulla Saad Al Maousherji received Bahraini Ambassador to Kuwait Salah Ali Al Maliki.</p> <p>The two sides reviewed the longstanding relations between the two countries and ways to further strengthen bilateral co-operation in line with the directives of His Majesty King Hamad and Kuwaiti Amir Shaikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, in support of the shared interests of the two countries and peoples.</p> <p>The meeting also included an exchange of views on current regional developments and the efforts undertaken by the GCC countries to continue joint co-ordination in support of regional security and stability.</p>
    Regional developments reviewed
    26-05-2026 02:08 AM
  • <p>Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received UAE Ambassador Fahad Mohammed Kardous Al Ameri.</p> <p>Inspector-General at the Interior Ministry Major General Abdulla Mohammed Al Zayed was present. Gen Shaikh Rashid expressed pride in the longstanding historical ties and close relations between the two countries and peoples, and the security, stability, and progress they continue to witness under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad and UAE President Shaikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.</p> <p>The minister highlighted the shared future visions between the two countries in advancing co-operation and integration across various security fields.</p>
    Boosting bilateral ties
    26-05-2026 02:12 AM
  • <p>The Muharraq Council held a national meeting yesterday, which brought together a distinguished group of media and national personalities as well as legislators, dignitaries and citizens. </p><p>A document of loyalty to His Majesty King Hamad was signed, reiterating pledge of loyalty to the leadership in light of the current challenges facing the region.</p>
    Loyalty pledge
    20-05-2026 01:53 AM
  • <p>His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, yesterday chaired a meeting of the Government Executive Committee. </p><p>It reviewed developments related to priority draft laws, efforts to address increased mosquito populations, regulatory matters linked to several professions and topics impacting small and medium enterprises in Bahrain.</p>
    Key developments reviewed
    20-05-2026 01:55 AM
  • Bahrain Odia Samaj’s (BOS) female members recently conducted special prayers – Sabitri Pooja – for their husbands’ well-being, protection and prosperity. The festival holds unique importance in Odia culture, blending ancient tradition with local customs. For married Odia women, the day of fasting and prayer embodies devotion, love and cultural identity. On this day, the women seek the blessings of their husbands and elders. BOS president Ram Chandra Sahoo and senior members, including Kishor Das and Ashok Pani, thanked and blessed the ladies on the auspicious day. Above, the ladies at the prayer service.
    Special prayers held
    19-05-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>The parliamentary division delegation of Bahrain participated in the opening session of the 18th General Assembly meeting of the Arab Parliamentary Scouts Union, held in Morocco. The Bahraini delegation included head of the delegation MP Mohammed Jassim Al Alawi, Redha Ibrahim Monfaredi, and MP Jalal Kadhim Al Mahfoudh. The opening ceremony featured addresses by the Speaker of Morocco&rsquo;s House of Councillors, the Moroccan Minister Delegate for Relations with Parliament, and the President of the Arab Parliamentary Scouts Union, in addition to honouring a number of former members of the union. Mr Al Alawi affirmed that Bahrain remains firmly committed to supporting joint Arab action and promoting security, stability, development and prosperity.</p>
    Bahrain backs Arab unity
    19-05-2026 00:00 AM
  • Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani attended a meeting with ambassadors of European Union member states accredited to Bahrain. The meeting was hosted by Cyprus Ambassador Dr Andreas Eliades, marking the conclusion of Cyprus’s presidency of the Council of the European Union. The minister praised Cyprus’s efforts during its presidency and reaffirmed the strength of Bahrain’s ties with EU member states, highlighting Bahrain’s commitment to further strengthening co-operation and partnership with the European Union, including within the UN Security Council. Dr Al Zayani also welcomed European countries’ condemnation of Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain, GCC countries, and Jordan. He commended their firm stance, calling on Iran to cease its actions and end the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The ambassadors reaffirmed their solidarity with Bahrain and the GCC, condemned Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and stressed its potential impact on global energy supplies, food security and international trade. The meeting was attended by Director General of Bilateral Relations Shaikh Abdulla bin Ali Al Khalifa and the ministry’s Acting Chief of the European Affairs Sector Shaikha Al Anood bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa.
    Relations with EU highlighted
    19-05-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>Prominent artist Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa inaugurated his participation in Italy&rsquo;s renowned 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia with the unveiling of his monumental installation, Guarding the Passage, to an audience of leading art critics, cultural figures and international media representatives.</p> <p>The installation&rsquo;s vivid red hue symbolises sovereignty, resilience and Bahrain&rsquo;s national identity, while its open-mesh structure evokes values of freedom, openness and cross-cultural dialogue.</p>
    Italy showcase for top Bahraini artist
    17-05-2026 00:35 AM
  • <p>Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani received copies of the credentials of the Ambassadors-Designate of Panama and Malta, during a virtual meeting. </p><p>He wished the ambassadors success in their diplomatic duties, affirming Bahrain’s commitment to strengthening co-operation with Panama and Malta.</p>
    Ambassadors take charge
    14-05-2026 02:27 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad yesterday received Sudan&rsquo;s Transitional Sovereignty Council Chairman General Abdel Fattah al Burhan upon his arrival in Bahrain on a visit.</p> <p>His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister; His Majesty&rsquo;s Personal Representative Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa; and several senior officials as well as ministers were present.</p> <p>They held talks on the close bilateral relations between the two countries, in addition to the latest regional and international developments.</p> <p>The King emphasised longstanding ties between Bahrain and Sudan, highlighting the mutual commitment to further developing co-operation for the benefit of both peoples.</p> <p>Later in the day, His Majesty bid farewell to General Al Burhan in the presence of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister and Shaikh Abdulla.</p>
    Expanding ties
    14-05-2026 01:49 AM
  • Expanding ties
    14-05-2026 01:49 AM
  • <p>Labour and Legal Affairs Minister Yousif Khalaf yesterday received US Ambassador Stephanie Hallett, and highlighted the historical ties between the two countries and their continued development across various domains.</p> <p>They discussed means to further enhance co-operation to serve mutual interests. The ambassador affirmed her country&rsquo;s keenness to further expand co-operation with Bahrain.</p>
    Enhancing co-operation
    13-05-2026 01:30 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad yesterday received Parliament Speaker Ahmed Al Musallam and Shura Council Chairman Ali Saleh Al Saleh and members of the committee responding to the Royal Address in both councils.</p><p>The Speaker, Chairman and committee members submitted the councils’ response to the Royal Address delivered by His Majesty at the opening of the fourth session of the sixth legislative term.</p>
    Display of national unity
    12-05-2026 01:21 AM