Manama: Bahraini daily newspapers today focused on local events that happened over the past 24 hours. Several high-profile meetings and announcements took center stage, reflecting Bahrain's active engagement in regional and international affairs.
According to Bahrain News Agency, HM King welcomed HH UAE President upon arrival, held talks, and later bid farewell to the visiting dignitary. These interactions underscore the strong bilateral relations between Bahrain and the UAE. Additionally, HM King received the US Central Command Commander, indicating ongoing strategic military cooperation.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister chaired the weekly Cabinet Meeting. In another engagement, HRH the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister met with the Commander of the US Central Command, further strengthening military ties. HRH also met with the Chairman of the BCCI and its Board of Directors, focusing on economic collaboration.
The Bahrain Defence Force General Command reported that 194 missiles and 523 drones have been intercepted since the start of Iranian attacks. This highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by the nation.
The Education Minister announced the launch of the "Imkan" programme, aiming to enhance educational opportunities. In economic developments, the Finance Ministry released the Bahrain Economic Report 2025, projecting future economic trends. The CBB announced a Loan Deferral Programme with 7 BHD Billion Liquidity Support, providing financial relief to citizens.
The Municipalities undersecretary chaired a GCC extraordinary meeting on agriculture and food security, focusing on regional sustainability efforts.