Day: April 15, 2024

Manama, Shaikh Khalid bin Rashid Al Khalifa, the Director-General of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing, said that the “Fael Khair” initiative has covered 124 beneficiaries in Ramadhan and 174 cases with BD311,366 in financial assistance.

Meanwhile, 1,135 individuals, 1,211 cases, and more than BD2.7 million in financial assistance have been collected since the initiative’s launch.

The initiative was launched to support those with unpaid loans is part of the National Plan to Promote the Spirit of Belonging to the Nation and Reinforce the Values of Nationalism (Bahrainouna).

The director highlighted the support of General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Interior Minister, for the initiative to achieve its social solidarity goals.

He thanked all supporters and contributors for helping the initiative’s targeted segment. He also thanked social media content creators for highlighting the initiative’s cases.

He said the initiative continues throughout the year and is not limited to Ramadhan.

Donations can be made through the Islamiyat and BenefitPay apps.

To be included in the initiative, Individuals’ cases with final court verdicts are studied, a report of each case is issued, and a concerned committee approves all cases after fulfilling the rules and criteria.

Meanwhile, the beneficiaries expressed thanks and appreciation to the contributors and support for their role in paying their debts.

They said that the initiative would allow them to contribute in the comprehensive development process under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and thanked the Interior Minister, the Director-General of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing, and the General Directorate of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing affiliates.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Vatican, His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Secretary of State of the Vatican City State, received Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, the Board of Trustees Chairman of the King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Coexistence.

Dr. Shaikh Abdulla emphasised that under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and with the follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Bahrain established an effective and unique model of tolerance and moderation and is exerting tireless efforts to consolidate the principle of dialogue among cultures and civilisations and all humanity.

Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa lauded the strong relations between Bahrain and the Vatican, highlighting their keenness on promoting peace and tolerance globally.

He recounted the historic visit of His Majesty the King to the Vatican and his meeting with His Holiness the Pope of the Catholic Church, which reflected the royal vision on building bridges
of dialogue and rapprochement between different religions and cultures. The chairman also recounted His Holiness’s visit to the kingdom and his participation in the Bahrain Forum East-West Dialogue for Human Coexistence.

During the meeting, the chairman shed light on key royal initiatives to promote a culture of coexistence, tolerance, and human fraternity, in line with the Kingdom of Bahrain Declaration and the Kingdom’s civilisational heritage and moderate, balanced vision.

He added that the Holy See was willing to cooperate with the King Hamad International Centre for Peaceful Coexistence.

On his part, His Eminence expressed his appreciation to His Majesty for his noble humanitarian initiatives that benefit all peoples of the world and his patronage of international conferences promoting dialogue, mutual respect, and religious freedoms. He wished Bahrain further success and prosperity.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Manama, The Kingdom of Bahrain expressed its sympathy with the Sultanate of Oman over the floods that swept the state of Al Mudhaibi, which resulted in the loss of many lives, persons and the injury of others.

In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the ministry extended its condolences to Oman, its leadership, government, people, and the families of the victims.

The ministry wished a speedy recovery for the ones injured and safe return of the missing persons.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Manama, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Decree (30) of 2024 restructuring the Board of Directors of the Social Insurance Organisation (SIO), based on the nominations of the concerned authorities, and following the approval of the Cabinet.

Article I

The Board of Directors of the SIO will be reconstituted as follows:

1- Rasheed Mohamed Al Maraj, Chairman.

2- Shaikh Daij bin Salman bin Daij Al Khalifa, member representing the government in its capacity as an employer.

3- Nawal Ibrahim Al Khater, member representing the government in its capacity as an employer.

4- Osama Saleh Al Alawi, member representing the government in its capacity as an employer.

5- Khaled Mohamed Najibi, member representing employers in the private sector.

6- Arif Ahmed Hejres, member representing employers in the private sector.

7- Sawsan Abualhasan Mohamed, member representing employers in the private sector.

8- Dina Ahmed Al Fayez, member representing employees in the government sector.

9- Donia Faisal Sarha
n, member representing employees in the government sector.

10- Ahmed Hassan Humaidan, member representing employees in the government sector.

11- Ali Jaffar Al Raqraq, member representing employees in the private sector.

12- Yaqoub Yousef Mohamed Hussein, member representing employees in the private sector.

13- Abdullah Hassan Abdullah Mashakhil, member representing employees in the private sector.

14- Khaled Mohamed Abdullah Taqi, member specialised in financial and insurance affairs.

15- Abdullah Salah Saleh Sultan, member specialised in financial and insurance affairs.

Article II

The Prime Minister and the ministers – each in their capacity – shall implement this decree, and it shall come into effect from the date of its issuance, and be published in the Official Gazette.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Tashkent, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, headed Bahrain’s delegation at the Foreign Ministerial Meeting of the Central Asia – the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Strategic Dialogue.

The minister underlined the importance of thorough monitoring and follow-up to ensure the accomplishment of the objectives of the joint action plan between the two sides.

Dr. Al Zayani underscored the significance of submitting proposals to enhance economic relations, trade exchanges, and cooperation in social, cultural, tourism, youth, and other areas.

He affirmed the importance of strengthening coordination, political consultations, and unifying international efforts to confront regional and global challenges, crises, and threats.

Dr. Al Zayani commended the positions of the Central Asian countries and their support for just Arab causes, especially the Palestinian cause, noting that the security and stability of the Middle East depend on settling this important issue in a just and sustainab
le way and ensuring the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including their right to establish their national state.

Bahrain is committed to its firm position calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, protecting the civilian population, rejecting their forced displacement, and facilitating the delivery of humanitarian aid to the people of Palestine, the minister said.

The minister expressed deep concern about the increasing tensions in the region, calling for immediate action to prevent further escalation, and calling on all parties to practice restraints. He urged the international community to intervene immediately to ensure peace and security.

During the meeting, a joint communique was issued where the two sides affirmed their joint commitment to forming an advanced and sustainable partnership based on common values and mutual interests. They also affirmed the importance of enhancing trade exchanges and investments to ensure the sustainability of supply chains, linking means of tra
nsportation and transit, food, energy, and water security, as well as implementing investment projects.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Djibouti, Ambassador Mohammed Ali Hassan, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Djibouti, received Shaikh Ali bin Abdulrahman bin Ali Al Khalifa, who handed him a copy of his credentials as the appointed ambassador of Bahrain to Djibouti, residing in Riyadh.

The Secretary-General praised the relations between the two countries and their development in various fields, wishing the ambassador continued success in his diplomatic duties.

Shaikh Ali bin Abdulrahman expressed his appreciation to the Secretary-General for his hospitality and his constant interest in strengthening bilateral cooperation, wishing Djibouti further progress and prosperity.

Source: Bahrain News Agency