Day: April 1, 2023

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today held a session of talks with HM King Abdulla II ibn Al Hussein of Jordan at Al Al Sakhir Palace.

Present were His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, HM the King’s Personal Representative HH Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HRH Prince Hashem bin Abdulla II, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Charity Educational Charitable Trust, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

HM the King welcomed HM the King of Jordan and exchanged with HM greetings on the Holy month of Ramadan, wishing their countries and peoples, the Arab and Islamic nations many happy returns and further security, peace and prosperity.

The two leaders reviewed aspects of longstanding relations and ways of further consolidating solid joint cooperation towards serving mutual interests between the two countries.

HM the King affirmed the depth of the Bahraini-Jordanian historic relations, and constant communication and coordination at all levels, praising Jordan’s honorable stances towards the Kingdom of Bahrain.

The two Monarchs expressed great pride in the advanced level reached by the historical relations between two kingdoms, stressing constant keenness to continue strengthening and developing them in all fields.

HM praised Jordan’s pivotal and active role under the leadership of HM King Abdullah II in defending the interests of the Arab nation and championing its just causes, especially the Palestinian issue, and pushing joint pan-Arab action forward.

The two leaders discussed the latest regional and international developments, affirming their support for all efforts aimed at finding permanent solutions to crises in the region in a way that contributes to consolidating the foundations of security and stability and achieving development, peace and prosperity for its peoples.

HM the King of Jordan expressed his thanks and gratitude HM the King for the warm reception and gracious hospitality, stressing the pride of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, leadership and people, in the firm bonds of brotherhood and the distinguished relations of cooperation with the Kingdom of Bahrain and its people.

HM the King hosted an Iftar banquet in honour of HM King Abdulla II and the accompanying delegation.

HM King Hamad had welcomed HM King Abdulla II of Jordan, upon his arrival today on a visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain, accompanied by His Royal Highness Prince Hashem bin Abdulla II.

HM the King bade farewell to HM King Abdulla II of Jordan, accompanied by HRH Prince Hashem bin Abdulla II, on his departure.

The Kingdom of Jordan was also seen off by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, HM the King’s Personal Representative HH Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Charity Educational Charitable Trust, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa welcomed HM King Abdulla II ibn Al Hussein of Jordan upon his arrival today on a visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain, accompanied by His Royal Highness Prince Hashem bin Abdulla II.

The Jordanian monarch was also welcomed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, HM the King’s Personal Representative HH Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Charity Educational Charitable Trust His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

Two rows of honor guards saluted HM the King and HM the King of Jordan.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

The Kingdom of Bahrain will tomorrow, Sunday, mark the Arab Pharmacist Day, annually observed on April 2.

The annual tribute recognizes the role of pharmacists and encourages activities that enhance and highlight the role of pharmacists in improving health care services.

It highlights the importance of cooperation between public and private parties to deliver consultancy and improve healthcare services through the safe and efficient use of medication.

The Ministry of Health paid tribute to pharmacists on this occasion, hailing their efforts and achievements. It stressed commitment to hold lectures and other events to highlight their vital role as well as the safe use of medication.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Shaikh Ebrahim bin Mohammed Al Khalifa Centre for Culture and Research will host Egyptian novelist Dr. Osama Abdelraouf El Shazly on Monday.

Dr. El Shazly will give a lecture titled “Between Scripture and Historical Text: A view on the novel The Papers of Shamoun the Egyptian”.

The event starts at 9pm and can also be viewed via the centre’s YouTube channel.

In addition to his literary work, Dr. El-Shazly is a leading foot and ankle surgeon in the Arab World. He holds a PhD in orthopedic surgery from Ain Shams University and a fracture treatment fellowship from Germany. He is currently working as a professor of orthopedic surgery at the Faculty of Medicine at Ain Shams University. He held the position of Secretary General of the Egyptian Medical Fellowship, as well as Director General of the National Training Institute. He has published many medical research papers and serves as a reviewer for several international scientific journals.

He has a great interest in literature and history and teaches the history of medicine at the Faculty of Medicine at Ain Shams University and the University of Barcelona. He is the author of the novels ‘A Journey to Gog and Magog’ and ‘The Papers of Shamoun the Egyptian’.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today visited the majlises of Farouk Yousuf Almoayyed and the late Ali bin Yousif Fakhro.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister exchanged Ramadan blessings with the hosts and guests of the majlises.

His Royal Highness highlighted the Kingdom of Bahrain’s wide-ranging achievements, attained by Bahraini citizens, who continue to be at the heart of the Kingdom’s success.

His Royal Highness noted that Bahraini citizens remain a source of inspiration, adding that their creativity and innovation are the foundations of the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

His Royal Highness emphasised the importance of Ramadan majlises in furthering cultural bonds and preserving traditions across many generations.

His Royal Highness affirmed that despite current global challenges, the Kingdom of Bahrain is committed to implementing initiatives and projects that deliver sustainable growth and development for current and future generations.

His Royal Highness went on to emphasise the importance of strengthening public-private partnerships, and ensuring that Bahrain remains an ideal destination for investment by adopting legislation that supports a business-friendly environment, which will create promising opportunities for citizens.

For their part, the majlis hosts and guests expressed their gratitude to HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for his visit and engagement with Bahrainis in their Ramadan majlises across the Kingdom.

The hosts and guests further wished the Kingdom of Bahrain progress and prosperity under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

During the majlis visits, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister was accompanied by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Charity Educational Charitable Trust, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Minister of Finance and National Economy, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, and several senior officials.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

The Foreign Affairs Ministry called on all citizens to avoid traveling to Tanzania and Equatorial Guinea for their safety due to the outbreak of the Marburg virus.

The ministry issued the travel alert after the health authorities in the two African countries announced the outbreak of the virus.

The ministry urged citizens to comply with the mandatory medical protocols in case they need to travel to ensure their safety.

For more information and queries call the ministry’s follow-up office on phone number: +97317227555.

Source: Bahrain News Agency