Manama, Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received Shaikha Azza bint Rashid Al Nuaimi, the Chairwoman of the Women and Child Protection Foundation in the UAE. The meeting discussed the developmental initiatives and projects provided by the ministry in the field of women and child protection and the welfare programs through specialised social institutions and temporary and alternative shelter centers, to achieve family stability and psychological safety of the child. He said that the ministry seeks to provide many developmental services through community partnership programs with government sectors and civil and private society organisations. Shaikha Azza bint Rashid visited Dar Al-Aman house for women subjected to domestic violence, and the Child Protection Center. Shaikha Azza bint Rashid was introduced to the most important procedures, of both the center and house, related to securing temporary shelter for individuals and families exposed to domestic violence, and child p rotection services. Shaikha Azza bint Rashid commended the ministry's efforts in securing the safety of both women and children and providing quality social, psychological and legal services for them. She affirmed her commitment to enhance relations and develop strategic partnerships to support women and children. Source: Bahrain News Agency
Industry Minister meets Assistant General Manager of CMEC Group
Beijing, Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, met Li Mingqiang, Assistant General Manager of CMEC Group to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in the field of developing industrial zones between the two countries, on the sidelines of the minister's visit to China. The minister affirmed Bahrain's commitment to strengthen economic and investment relations and exchange experiences between Bahrain and China, especially in the field of developing the industrial and investment sectors. He added that China is an important strategic partner in these sectors. Mingqiang said that such meetings help to enhance cooperation in the industrial fields and develop industrial areas through exchange of expertise and enhancing strategic partnerships. Source: Bahrain News Agency
HM King returns to Bahrain
Manama, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today returned to Bahrain following an official visit to the Russian Federation at the invitation of His Excellency President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders reviewed Bahraini-Russian ties and the latest regional and global developments. His Majesty also met with Russian religious leaders. Upon arrival, HM the King was received by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, and Prime Minister. Source: Bahrain News Agency
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister congratulates the President of Georgia
Manama, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today sent a cable of congratulations to the President of Georgia, Her Excellency Salome Zourabichvili, on the Independence Day of Georgia. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister sent a similar cable to the Prime Minister of Georgia, HE Irakli Kobakhidze. Source: Bahrain News Agency
HM King in a commemorative photo with French security personnel
Paris, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa completed an official visit to the Russian Federation at the invitation of His Excellency President Vladimir Putin. While en route to Bahrain, a commemorative photo was taken for His Majesty in front of the royal aircraft with security personnel from the French Republic in Paris. Source: Bahrain News Agency