Cabinet Applauds Bahrain's Recognition at Venice Biennale, Reviews Regional Cooperation
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the weekly Cabinet meeting held today at Gudaibiya Palace, where several national, regional, and international matters were discussed.
The Cabinet began by acknowledging the Royal Order of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to conclude the third session of the sixth legislative term of the Shura Council and the Council of Representatives. The Cabinet praised the accomplishments achieved through constructive cooperation between the Executive and Legislative Authorities and reaffirmed the importance of this partnership in advancing the Kingdom's comprehensive development.
Underscoring the government's ongoing commitment to citizens, the Cabinet emphasized the value of enhancing collaboration between both authorities to meet the aspirations of the Bahraini people.
In regional affairs, the Cabinet welcomed His Majesty the King's recent meeting with His Excellency President Ahmad al-Sharaa of the Syrian Arab Republic. The meeting was seen as a testament to the strong ties between Bahrain and Syria, and the Cabinet expressed support for expanding cooperation across various sectors. It also extended its best wishes to President al-Sharaa in his efforts to fulfill the aspirations of the Syrian people.
In recognition of International Nurses Day, the Cabinet conveyed heartfelt appreciation to all nurses working across the Kingdom, commending their crucial role in strengthening the healthcare system and providing quality, patient-centered care aligned with global standards.
The Cabinet celebrated Bahrain's recognition at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia – where the Kingdom's national pavilion received an award. This achievement, the Cabinet noted, reflects Bahrain's commitment to environmentally conscious architectural innovation and its role in addressing climate change.
Continuing on healthcare advancements, the Cabinet highlighted the opening of the Muharraq Special Health Care Center. Developed in partnership with the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), the center represents a significant step in expanding access to specialized medical services within the Kingdom.
In international diplomacy, the Cabinet welcomed the upcoming Gulf-US summit in Riyadh, expressing hopes for successful dialogue aimed at bolstering regional security and deepening strategic partnerships with the United States.
The Cabinet also commended the U.S. announcement of a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan and praised Saudi Arabia's diplomatic efforts in facilitating the agreement.
During the session, the Cabinet reviewed and approved a number of key memorandums:
Approval of regulations exempting industrial materials from customs duties, submitted by the Ministerial Committee for Financial and Economic Affairs and Fiscal Balance.
A draft decree amending the law establishing the National Archives.
A draft resolution regulating shared communication services.
A bilateral agreement with Morocco on visa exemptions for holders of special and service passports.
Government responses to five proposals from the Council of Representatives and a draft law from the Shura Council.
Additionally, the Cabinet reviewed reports on recent high-level international visits and their outcomes, including:
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