Category: General

Manama, Polling stations for the by-elections in the first constituency of Muharraq Governorate closed at 8 pm today, following a strong voter turnout from the constituency’s residents.

Voters abroad had already cast their ballots in the by-elections last Tuesday at several of Bahrain’s diplomatic missions, according to the registered voter list for the same constituency.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Manama, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today attended the 160-km FEI World Endurance Championship in Montpazière, France.

His Royal Highness congratulated His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on the victory of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Representative of HM the King for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Captain of the Royal Endurance Team, who won first place in the World Endurance Championship. His Royal Highness also congratulated HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad for winning this global championship for the second consecutive time, highlighting the immense pride it brings to the country.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed that endurance racing in the Kingdom of Bahrain has achieved advanced levels, thanks to the unwavering support from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad highlighted that the Kingdom of Bahrain continues to enhance its global position in various spo
rts, particularly endurance racing, driven by the excellence of its athletes.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister underscored HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad’s role in advancing endurance racing in the Kingdom of Bahrain. His Royal Highness commended HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad’s distinguished leadership of the Royal Endurance Team, which has contributed to Bahrain’s success in this field and at various sports events.

HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad noted His Highness’ commitment to preparing and training for the championship, which contributed to his victory.

His Royal Highness wished His Highness and the Royal Endurance Team continued success in securing future world championships and titles.

Additionally, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister attended competitions of the FEI World Championship, where top jockeys from around the world competed.

For his part, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad expressed his appreciation to His Majesty the King and His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince and Prime, for t
heir unwavering support, which contributed to his victory at the FEI Endurance World Championship.

His Highness emphasised that this second consecutive victory is a direct result of the encouragement of His Majesty the King. Throughout his preparation, His Majesty provided continuous guidance and closely monitored every development of the race through regular communication. This support served as a powerful motivator for His Highness to secure first place and excel in endurance sports.

His Highness also highlighted that the presence of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister significantly boosted morale, contributing to the successful completion of the race.

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad expressed his gratitude upon achieving first place, crediting the close support of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), Chairman of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee. HH Sha
ikh Nasser bin Hamad emphasised that the presence and engagement of his children and the children of HH Shaikh Khalid throughout the journey played a crucial role in his victory.

Reflecting on the challenges faced during the race, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad noted the strong competition and difficult weather conditions in the early stages. However, through his experience and strategic insight, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad was able to develop a technical approach that led him to secure his second world title.

The FEI World Endurance Championship witnessed the participation of 118 male and female riders from 39 countries. The race’s distance was 160km, divided into six loops.

His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), Chairman of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, as well as His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, the Vice-President of the Supreme Council for Environment
, Deputy Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC) High Committee, and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, were also in attendance.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Manama, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today congratulated the World Endurance Champion, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, and Captain of the Royal Endurance Team, after securing first place in the 160 km FEI World Endurance Championship held in Montpazière, France.

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed that HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad’s victory as World Endurance Champion is a testament to the unwavering support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in advancing equestrian sports in the Kingdom.

His Royal Highness highlighted the importance of elevating the Kingdom of Bahrain’s standing in international sports competitions. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad also emphasised the importance of maintaining the Royal Endurance Team’s efforts, led by His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, noting that their consistent to
p performances bring pride to the Kingdom and its sports sector.

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister expressed his best wishes for the Royal Endurance Team’s continued success, praising the team’s genuine determination and persistent ambition to ascend the podium and represent the Kingdom of Bahrain on the global sports stage.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Manama, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, received a cable of congratulations from His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), and Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club High Committee (REHC), on the victory of World Endurance Champion, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, and Captain of the Royal Endurance Team, securing first place in the 160 km FEI World Endurance Championship held in Montpazière, France.

HH Shaikh Isa highlighted the ongoing success of Bahrain’s sports sector under His Majesty’s leadership, attributing these achievements to the support His Majesty provides to athletes, along with the follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

He also expressed his
pride in HH Shaikh Nasser’s accomplishment, noting that it further strengthens Bahrain’s position in the global sporting arena, and wished him continued success in upcoming competitions.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Manama, Shaikh Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, the Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Ministry Undersecretary, announced the launch of the updated version of Bahrain’s unified building permit requirements guide 2.0, available in Arabic and English on the “Benayat” (buildings) website (www.benayat.bh).

The Undersecretary highlighted that the updated requirements were developed in coordination with all relevant government entities, aiming to simplify access to building permit regulations and speed up the service delivery process for end users.

He further explained that the guide outlines the procedures for issuing building permits for residential and investment projects and serves as a reference for engineering and consulting offices and those interested in building permits.

Benayat manages building permits for all projects in Bahrain, including residential, investment, industrial, and commercial. It allows licensed engineering offices in Bahrain to apply for permits and check the status of applications.

Source: Bahrain News Agency