Security approach to further complicate crisis in Bahrain: FM source
October 19, 2017
Expatriation and heightening security approach in Bahrain could worsen the situation in Bahrain, said an anonymous source at Iran’ ministry of foreign affairs.
“Tightening security measures and enforcing outdated punishments like depriving protestors from their national citizenship not only helps the resolution of the current situation but will also further complicate the condition,” said an informed source at Iranian foreign"...
‘Xi Jinping: The Governance of China’ launched in Bahrain
October 19, 2017
The book ‘Xi Jinping: The Governance of China’ by the president of China Xi Jinping was released yesterday in Bahrain during a function organised by the Chinese Embassy in collaboration with Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA).
The event was held in the presence of Shaikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khalifa, President of BACA and Chinese Ambassador to Bahrain Qi Zhenhong.
During"...
Government Forum to promote development process
October 19, 2017
Housing Minister Bassem bin Yacoub Al-Hamar attached great significance to the Government Forum to be held on October 22 under the patronage of HRH Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa on the initiative of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister.
The 2017 Government Forum will include a review of the 2015 – 2018 Government Action Plan, as well as the policies and procedures of various government bodies.
The minister"...
HM King congratulates education minister
October 19, 2017
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa sent a cable of congratulations to Education Minister Dr. Majid bin Ali Al Nuaimi, on the occasion of Al Eman Girls School winning the first title in the (HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's Reading Challenge Contest) surpassing all 41,000 schools from around the world.
His Majesty the King tasked the minister to convey His Majesty's congratulations to the board of trustees and the director of the school. His Majesty expressed pride in the excellent achievements"...
Pakistan participates in Bahrain International Defence exhibition
October 18, 2017
Ambassador of Pakistan to Bahrain, Javed Malik has said that Pakistan’s participation in Bahrain International Defense Exhibition has been highly appreciated by the government of Bahrain which was evident by the visit of the Crown Prince of Bahrain, Sheikh Salman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa accompanied by his brother and Commander of Royal Guard Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Commander in Chief of Bahrain Armed Forces and senior government ministers personally to the Pakistan Pavilion.
According"...
Bahrain air force to purchase advanced F-16s
October 18, 2017
The Bahraini armed forces has agreed to purchase 16 upgraded F-16 fighter planes -- for a total of $3.8 billion -- from U.S. aerospace giant Lockheed Martin, Bahrain’s official news agency reported Tuesday.
The purchase agreement was announced on the second day of the Bahrain International Defense Exhibition and Conference (BIDEC) 2017 currently underway in Manama.
At"...
Excellence awards for Bahrain government departments on cards
October 18, 2017
The government will give awards to its various departments for outstanding performance during the 2017 Government Forum to be held on October 22, Cabinet Affairs Minister Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Mutawa has said.
The awards will be in the following categories: Educational Excellence Award; Customer Service Excellence Award; and Government Best Practices Award.
The 2017"...
Bahrain keen on developing defence capabilities
October 18, 2017
Royal Guard Special Force Major Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al-Khalifa stressed the crucial importance of organizing exhibitions and conferences dealing with strategic affairs and defence industries.
He underscored the importance of such events which, he said, provide an opportunity to exchange expertise between participants from all countries in the world.
He made the statement to Bahrain News Agency (BNA), as he toured several pavilions at the Bahrain International Defence Exhibition"...
Bahrain International Defence expo opens
October 17, 2017
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister attended the opening session of the Bahrain International Defence Exhibition and Conference (BIDEC 2017) which began here yesterday.
Over 3000 delegates are participating in the expo including high profile military, government and industry figures. The event, held under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa,"...
Bahrain’s first major arms fair, brought to you by British organisers
October 17, 2017
A representative of the Emirates Defence Industry Company (EDIC) shows Emirati-manufactured assault weapons to Bahrain defence force officials during the BIDEC inauguration (Reuters) Monday 16 October 2017 13:47 UTC Last update: Monday 16 October 2017 15:40 UTC Geopolitical rivalries and accusations of human rights abuses were ignored on Monday, as the first international arms fair in Bahrain opened its doors, with pavilions from both the US and Russia. The Bahrain International Defence Exhibition and Conference (BIDEC) 2017, which runs over three days, is being organised by British company Clarion Events. Clarion also organises the Defence and Security Equipment International arms fair held biannually in London, and which the city’s mayor, Sadiq Khan, has called to be banned. In an opening statement, the commander-in-chief of the Bahraini army, Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed al-Khalifa,......
