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Al Dussari Condemns Blatant Iranian Threats against Bahrain
Manama, May 19. (BNA) -- The First Deputy Speaker of the Representatives Council Abdulla bin Khalaf Al Dussari has condemned the blatant threats made by an Iranian Foreign Ministry's official against the Kingdom of Bahrain. Al Dussari said the security bodies in Bahrain were fully authorised by the Constitution and the law to take any procedures they deem necessary against any Bahraini ...
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HM the King’s Advisor meets Investcorp CEO
Manama, May 19 (BNA) - HM the King's Advisor for Diplomatic Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Bahrain Centre for Strategic and International Studies and Energy "Derasat" Dr. Mohammed Abdul Ghaffar received today Investcorp CEO, Dr. Nameer Qirdar. The meeting discussed aspects of cooperation with Investcorp and the importance of the role of the private sector in ...
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A High-Level Human Rights Delegation to Visit Morocco
Manama, May 19. (BNA) -- A high-level delegation from the Human Rights Affairs Ministry, led by Human Rights Affairs Minister Dr. Salah bin Ali Abdulrahman, is set to visit Morocco from May 20 to 23, at the invitation of the Inter-ministerial Delegation on Human Rights there. The delegation, including representatives from the Interior Ministry, the Public Prosecution and the Human Rights ...
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GCC National Olympic Committee gives green light for implementation of several new recommendations
Manama, May 19 (BNA) -- Presidents of the GCC National Olympic Committees today gave the green light for the implementation of several new recommendations in an attempt to bolster joint sports action bylaws. The meeting was one of several gatherings in Bahrain, featuring high-ranking sports representatives from around the Gulf region in an attempt to develop youth and sports sectors in the ...
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General Motors Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Middle East Parts Distribution Center
Dubai, May 19. (BNA) -- General Motors has passed a major milestone with the 10th anniversary of its Middle East Parts Distribution Center (MEDC) located in the Jebel Ali Free Zone in Dubai. The MEDC was initially leased from DHL, when it first opened in 2003. The center stocks and supplies GM service parts for its lineup of vehicles sold under the Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC brands. It ...
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BDF Commander meets MP Al- Saeedi
Manama, May 19 (BNA) - The BDF Commander-in-Chief, Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa today received Legislative and Legal Affairs Committee MP member Jassim Al- Saeedi. The meeting reviewed aspects of cooperation between BDF and House of Representatives and issues of mutual interests. BDF Commander hailed MPs' efforts in meeting citizens and expats needs. MJ ...
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BDF Commander receives MP Bukhamas
Manama, May 19 (BNA) - The BDF Commander-in-Chief, Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa today received Financial and Economic Affairs Committee MP member Hassan Eid Bukhamas. The meeting reviewed aspects of cooperation between BDF and House of Representatives and issues of mutual interests. MJ m.a BNA 1232 GMT ...
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Bahrain banking shares ride the bull
The Bahrain All-Share Index gained 0.92% on Sunday and closed at 1,158.37 points. United Gulf Bank jumped 9% to hit BD0.206. Islamic bank Ithmaar was second by added 8% to reach $0.27. Gulf Finance House surged 7.14%, ending at $0.15. Bahrain Telecom or Batelco lost as the only share, finishing down 1.6% at BD0.368. According to Kuwait-based Global Investment House, Bahrain's real GDP is ...
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GCC is 13th largest world economy - Bahraini Minister
GCC currencies Gulf hydrocarbon producers emerged as the 13th most powerful economy in the world in 2011 while strong oil prices allowed them to become the fifth largest exporter with the highest trade surplus, according to a Bahraini minister.Hassan Fakhru, minister of trade and industry, estimated the combined GDP of the six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council /GCC/ at around US$4?1 trillion in ...
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Health Undersecretary opens workshop
Manama, May 19 (BNA) - Ministry of Health Undersecretary, Dr. Ayesha Mubarak Bu Unq today opened the first specialized workshop on the prevention of wound infections, in the presence of approximately 100 doctors and nurses from vital sections of the Salmaniya Medical Complex. In her speech, health undersecretary affirmed providing high standard training, lectures, raising awareness and ...
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Royal Courts Minister receives Bahraini ambassador to Morocco
Manama, May 19 (BNA) - The Royal Court's Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa today received Bahraini newly appointed ambassador to Morocco Khalid bin Salman bin Jabr. The Royal Court's Minister welcomed the Bahraini ambassador and wished him success in his new diplomatic mission. MJ m.a BNA 1058 GMT ...
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Saudi Crown Prince Meets Szech Official
Riyadh, May 19 (BNA) -- Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince, Deputy Premier and Minister of Defence Salman bin Abdull Aziz Al Saud met here today with the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic Karel Schwarzenberg. During the meeting they reviewed relations between the two countries and means of bolstering them and discussed the latest regional and ...
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BDF Commander receives Kuwaiti Ambassador
Manama, May 19 (BNA) - The BDF Commander-in-Chief, Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa today received Kuwaiti Ambassador to Bahrain Shaikh Azzam Mubarak Al Sabah. The meeting reviewed strong fraternal ties binding both States and issues of joint interest. MJ m.a BNA 1210 GMT ...
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Amir of Qatar meets Indian Finance Minister
Doha, May 19 (BNA) - The Amir of Qatar Shaikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani met here today with Indian Finance Minister P. Chidambaram on the occasion of his visit to Qatar. Talks during the meeting dealt with relations between the two countries and matters of mutual concern, particularly financial and investment issues. EM E M BNA 1120 GMT ...
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HM the King receives cable of thanks
Manama, May 19 (BNA) - His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received a cable of thanks from President Karolos Papoulias, President of the Republic of Greece, in reply to HM the King's earlier cable of congratulations marking his country's National Day. President Karolos Papoulias expressed his thanks and appreciation to HM the King's noble feelings, wishing him abundant ...
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Arabian Gulf and the Dimensions of the Naming
Manama, May 19 (BNA) -- A study released by the Bahrain Centre for Strategic and International Studies and Energy (BCSISE), prepared by Dr. Bashir Zine El Abidine titled ' the Arabian Gulf and the Dimensions of the Naming ', that the Iranian stance in regard to naming ' Arabian Gulf ', raises strong controversies in the media, and that this stance insists on stamping the ...
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Israeli Authorities Allow Aids Goods into Gaza Via Karam Abu Salem Crossing
Rafah, May 19 (BNA) - Israeli occupation authorities opened the Karam Abu Salem crossing, southeast of Rafah city. Head of the Coordination Committee for entry of goods in the Gaza Strip Raed Fattouh said that the occupation authorities opened the crossing this morning to allow the entry of 270 truckloads with aids and goods for the commercial, agricultural and transport sectors, including 20 ...
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Lack of govt staff delaying Bahrain projects
A growing number of new projects in Bahrain have been delayed as the government does not have enough staff to cope with the surge in the number of developments being proposed in the island state, a senior government civil servant has ...
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Jewish Settlers Throw Molotov Cocktails at Palestinians Cars
Ramallah, May 19 (BNA) - Jewish settlers from Bethel settlement attacked citizens' cars by Molotov cocktails on the Ramallah-Nablus road near Jalazone Camp, burning a civilian vehicle. No injuries were reported. According to Palestinian media reports this morning, a group of settlers threw stones and Molotov cocktails at passing cars and burned a vehicle after being directly attacked by ...
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PTI Leader Gunned Down in Karachi
Islamabad, May 19 (BNA) - Just hours before re-elections in some polling stations of NA-250 were due to begin, the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf central vice president was shot dead outside her house in Karachi. Zara Shahid Hussain was shot dead outside her house in Defence Phase IV late on Saturday evening, according to Pakistan's (Dunya News). The motive of the attack could not be immediately ...
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Review in Bahraini press
Manama, May 19 (BNA) -- Bahraini newspapers focused today on the following topics Akbar Al Khaleej ---------------------- Bahrain Slams Irresponsible Iranian Statements The Kingdom of Bahrain today strongly condemned the statements made by Iranian Assistant Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Hussain Amir Abdullahyan. The Foreign Ministry slammed the irresponsible statements, ...
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Three Palestinians Arrested in West Bank
Occupied Jerusalem, May 19 (BNA) - Israeli occupation forces stopped three Palestinian men, claiming they were 'wanted', in the West Bank during Saturday night, an IOF spokesperson confirmed on Sunday. The arrests all took place in different parts of the West Bank and it was unclear if the arrests were connected to one another, Israeli daily (The Jerusalem Post) reported. The three ...
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Review in Bahraini press
Manama, May 19 (BNA) -- Bahraini newspapers focused today on the following topics Akbar Al Khaleej ---------------------- Bahrain Slams Irresponsible Iranian Statements The Kingdom of Bahrain today strongly condemned the statements made by Iranian Assistant Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Hussain Amir Abdullahyan. The Foreign Ministry slammed the irresponsible statements, ...
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Arab Aatomic Energy Conf. Opens in Tunisia
Tunisia, May 19 (BNA) - The conference of the Arab Atomic Energy Agency (AAEA) started here , with representatives from AAEA member countries participating. In a keynote speech, the head of the conference Abdulrahman Al-Arfaj said to achieve development in Arab countries, fresh reliable energy sources should be found. He said the growth of nuclear energy and nuclear technology applications is ...
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60 Injured after Car Hits Crowd at Virginia Parade
Washington, May 19 (BNA) - Up to 60 people were hurt when a car hit a crowd during a parade in the US state of Virginia, officials say. More than 10 people have been taken to hospital in a serious condition from the small town of Damascus, according to the (BBC). The crash happened during an annual festival celebrating the Appalachian Trail. US media reports suggest the driver may have had a ...
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Bahrain’s mortgage market weathers recession while other industries struggle
Bahrain’s sound fiscal health, as well as prudent investment decisions by industry leaders has created a situation in which the country is in a fairly strong position compared to other GCC states, especially with regards to the mortgage market, but it’s not all good news.
Bahrain’s mortgage market has achieved significant growth despite a challenging market and is now worth $1.4 billion dollars, making Bahrain one of the strongest countries in terms of realty in the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council). There are a number of reasons for this. Read more
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