Manama: Bahraini daily newspapers today focused on local events that happened over the past 24 hours. The coverage highlighted significant engagements by the nation's leadership in diplomatic and legislative activities.
According to Bahrain News Agency, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa made an official visit to the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) General Command. In legislative developments, HM King ratified and issued Law (13) of 2025 and subsequently issued Decree (21) of 2025.
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, received the Ambassador of Japan to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Additionally, HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister issued Edicts (23) and (24) of 2025, further contributing to the legislative landscape.
In other significant engagements, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa chaired a Tamkeen board meeting to review Q1 performance. The Foreign Minister attended an OIC meeting regarding Bahrain's bid for a seat on the UN Security Council and met with ASEAN permanent representatives.
In diplomatic exchanges, the Finance Minister met the French Ambassador, while the Industry Minister received the Italian Ambassador. The Youth Minister chaired the inaugural Hope Network meeting, emphasizing youth initiatives.
Furthermore, Bahrain hosted the CEM2025 conference. The Speaker of the Council of Representatives met the Pakistani Senate Chairman and discussed cooperation with Belgian counterparts on the sidelines of the IPU Assembly. Bahrain also participated in the Forum of Women Parliamentarians and engaged in discussions with Morocco on parliamentary cooperation at the ASGP meeting alongside the 150th IPU Assembly.
Lastly, the Shura Youth Committee engaged with a Russian delegation to discuss potential youth cooperation, reflecting Bahrain's ongoing commitment to international collaboration.