Bahrain’s Ministers Engage in Diplomatic Meetings and Development Initiatives

Manama: Bahraini daily newspapers today focused on a series of significant events that unfolded over the past 24 hours, highlighting the active diplomatic engagements and developmental strides within the nation. According to Bahrain News Agency, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa extended congratulations to the President of Mongolia, a gesture mirrored by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, who also conveyed his well wishes to the Mongolian President. In sports, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa attended the Bahrain Trophy at the Newmarket July Festival. The Prime Minister's Office has announced the commencement of the application period for the 11th intake of the Prime Minister's Fellowship Program, aiming to foster leadership and professional development among Bahrain's youth. On the infrastructure front, the Works Ministry has launched a sewer network project in the areas of Jeblat Hebshi and Al Qadam. On the diplomatic front, the Interior Minister engage d in discussions with the Syrian Assistant Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management and commended ongoing security cooperation with his Pakistani counterpart. Furthermore, the Foreign Minister held meetings with the IISS Middle East Executive Director and the Ambassador of Bangladesh. In economic developments, the Finance Minister attended the launch of a new identity for Ahli United Bank as it transitions to Kuwait Finance House. The Housing Minister reported a 90% completion rate on the second phase of the Sitra Housing Project, while also receiving the outgoing US Ambassador. Cultural and youth initiatives were also highlighted, with the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities organizing a seminar to mark 20 Years of Qal'at al Bahrain's UNESCO World Heritage Listing. Additionally, the Youth Affairs Ministry signed an agreement with Alzayani Investments to support the Youth City 2030 initiative. The Industry Minister met with the Philippines Ambassador, and the Justice Minister engaged with bo th the outgoing US Ambassador and the Uzbek Ambassador. Meanwhile, Bahrain's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia participated in the ceremonial washing of the Holy Kaaba, and the Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA) joined the 2nd GCC Statistical Strategy Meeting for 2026-2030.