Gudaibiya: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met with His Excellency Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), along with team members who contributed to the Kingdom of Bahrain's successful participation in the 19th International Architecture Exhibition - La Biennale di Venezia, also known as Biennale Architettura 2025, at Gudaibiya Palace.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the meeting was held in light of the Kingdom's pavilion receiving the Best National Participation award at the exhibition. His Royal Highness emphasized that the Kingdom's achievements in various fields are propelled by the dedication and passion of its national workforce, which consistently delivers both locally and internationally. He noted that these efforts align with the Kingdom's comprehensive development goals, spearheaded by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister discussed Bahrain's initiatives to adopt innovative approaches that enhance its position and participation in international cultural forums. He expressed pride in Bahrain's award, reflecting the global recognition of the country's urban development and environmental efforts. His Royal Highness acknowledged the contributions of all involved in the pavilion, praising their commitment that led to this success.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad commended the pavilion's content and creativity, underscoring its reflection of Bahrain's identity and architectural heritage, as well as its forward-thinking approach to global environmental challenges. He reaffirmed Bahrain's dedication to supporting international efforts in developing sustainable solutions for environmental issues.
His Royal Highness highlighted the Kingdom's rich architectural heritage, emphasizing Bahrain's commitment to preserving it for future generations and showcasing it globally through various initiatives.
His Excellency Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed expressed his gratitude for HRH's support of Bahrain's cultural sector, stating that the award symbolizes the support from His Majesty the King and the directives of His Royal Highness to strengthen Bahrain's presence in international forums. The meeting was also attended by HE General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Minister of Interior, and HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the Minister of Finance and National Economy.