World Customs Organisation marks its 70th anniversary
The World Customs Organisation (WCO) has celebrated its 70th seventieth anniversary.The celebration was attended by top officials who were received by His Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa, President of Customs, and WCO Chairperson and Dr Kunio Mikuriya, Secretary-General of the Organisation.Shaikh Ahmed welcomed the officials and highlighted the importance of the organisation in supporting […]
Bahrain welcomes UNGA’s adoption of International Day of Women in Diplomacy
The Kingdom of Bahrain has welcomed the UN General Assembly’s adoption of the International Day of Women in Diplomacy on the 24th of June each year in recognition of women’s vital role in strengthening international cooperation to consolidate security and peace and support sustainable development at the international level.Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani […]
Bahrain expresses sympathy over Afghanistan’s earthquake victims
Bahrain expresses sympathy with Afghanistan over the earthquake that struck the southeast of the country.The earthquake resulted in the death and injury of hundreds of people and the destruction of tens of houses. Foreign Affairs Ministry expressed condolence to the families of the victims and wished the injured speedy recovery. M.I.
HRH the Deputy King meets with the Group CEO of Vitol
The Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today met with the Group Chief Executive Officer of Vitol, Russell Hardy, at Riffa Palace. His Royal Highness emphasised the importance of investing in the energy sector to support other economic sectors, in line with the Kingdom’s goals of comprehensive development, led […]
Foreign Minister receives Japanese Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani, received here today the Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Honda Taro, and his accompanying delegation, as part of his visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain.During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the course of the close and distinguished historical relations of cooperation and friendship […]
HM King receives letter from Russian president
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa has received a letter from Russian President Vladimir Putin, dealing with solid relations of friendship binding the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Russian Federation.President Putin noted deep-rooted friendship between the two countries, looking forward to further strengthening joint cooperation across all fields, in a way that serves […]
BRCS participates in IFRC Statutory Meetings
The Bahrain Red Crescent Society (BRCS) represented the Kingdom in the Statutory Meetings of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement held in Geneva on June 19 – 23.The participants include 192 national Red Crescent and Red Cross societies and ICRC senior representatives and the International Federation. “BRCS is working to highlight […]
Environment Minister receives Turkish Ambassador
Climate Affairs Special Envoy (SCE) and Environment and Oil Minister Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Bin Daina received Turkish Ambassador to Bahrain Esin Çakıl. The minister wished the ambassador success in her duties that will strengthen bilateral relations. He praised the ambassador’s interest in environmental and climate issues and stressed the SCE keenness to enhance cooperation […]
Bahrain exports BD460 million worth of national origin products in May
The Information and e-Government Authority (iGA) issued its foreign trade report of May 2022, encompassing data on the balance of trade, imports, exports (national origin), and re-exports. The value of imports increased by 29%, reaching BD518 million during May 2022 compared to BD402 million for the same month of the previous year. The top 10 […]
UNESCO announces winners of UNESCO-King Hamad Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies in Education
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has announced the winners of the 13th edition of the UNESCO-King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies in Education for the year 2021.UNESCO Director General, Audrey Azoulay, approved the results in line with the recommendation of the jury. […]
