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Daily Tribune
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain enhances rights of persons with disabilities
The Kingdom of Bahrain is committed to enhancing the rights of persons with disabilities. This was emphasised by His Excellency Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development and Chairman of the 44th session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs, as he chaired a meeting of Arab ministers and heads of delegations held on the sidelines of the 18th Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP18) at the United Nations headquarters. Al Alawi said this commitment is reflected in policies and legislation that ensure dignity and full integration into society, alongside ongoing support for collective Arab efforts in this domain. He highlighted the vital role played by the United Nations in advancing disability and social development issues. The minister commended the fruitful partnership between the organisation and Arab states. Regional cooperation Al Alawi emphasised the importance of regional cooperation and the exchange of successful experiences, calling for intensified joint Arab efforts to support the rights of persons with disabilities and develop comprehensive and sustainable responses, while ensuring adherence to relevant international commitments. He expressed appreciation to the General Secretariat of the Arab League, represented by its mission to the United Nations, for organising this meeting
Biz Bahrain
02-06-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Industry Ministry invites Bahraini manufacturers to register on APIP.online platform
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has called on Bahraini manufacturers to register on the Arab Platform for Industrial and Mining Products Requests and Offers ( which was launched by the Arab Organisation for Industrial Development, Standardisation and Mining. The platform aims to link Arab manufacturers with opportunities in Arab markets, helping to boost economic integration and trade, while supporting industrial and mining cooperation among Arab countries. Dr. Khaled Fahad Al Alawi, Assistant Undersecretary for Industrial Development at the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, emphasised that this platform represents an exceptional opportunity for Bahraini manufacturers to showcase their products at the Arab level and to become familiar with the needs of regional markets in the industrial and mining sectors. This enables them to take advantage of available opportunities and strengthen their presence in Arab markets. Al Alawi noted that this step aligns with the Industrial Sector Strategy (2022–2026), which focuses on supporting nationally originated exports and opening doors for Bahraini manufacturers to expand regionally and compete in procurement agreements. He added that through this platform, the Ministry seeks to continue promoting regional cooperation and achieving integration among Arab industrial sectors, praising Bahrain's manufacturing capabilities, which possess the potential and expertise to compete both regionally and internationally. The Arab Platform for Industrial and Mining Products Requests and Offers currently includes data on more than 60,000 industrial and mining establishments and over 900 investment opportunities from 21 Arab countries, providing a comprehensive database of industrial and mining products and needs across the region. BNA(R)
Al Etihad
19-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Orbitworks announces plan to build UAE's first AI-powered satellite constellation
20 May 2025 00:34 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)UAE satellite manufacturer Orbitworks has announced an ambitious plan to build the country's first AI-powered satellite company - formed by Marlan Space and Loft Orbital - unveiled its flagship project at the Make it in the Emirates forum on Monday. With production kicking off this year, the mega-constellation of satellites called Altair is slated for launch in 2026. The first phase will feature 10 AI-powered Earth observation satellites that can support defence, commercial, and civil sectors within the country and abroad. "Altair will have a multi-sensor payload-from optical images to hyperspectral sensor to shortwave infrared, thermal sensor, and RF monitoring capability," Salim Al Alawi, Director for Business Development at Orbitworks, told Aletihad on the sidelines of the forum. The 10-satellite fleet will be built at Orbitworks' new 50,000sqft facility in Kezad, Abu Dhabi. "Orbitworks is making a strategic investment and establishing advances. We would like to reinforce the UAE's capability in space, defence, and aerospace technology manufacturing. We are starting with a 50,000sqft facility we are building here in Abu Dhabi. We're building a state-of-the-art facility that will be able to output 50 satellites per year up to 500kg per satellite," Al Alawi said. The Constellation's CapabilitiesBuilt on Airbus-based Longbow platforms - with the latest sensors and edge computing - the satellites can support disaster response, as well as smart city and maritime surveillance constellation leverages the data-processing power of artificial intelligence to deliver real-time insights to clients across various applications and the Altair series, Orbitworks provides turnkey space solutions, maximising its manufacturing plant to build satellites for its clients from around the world. "Orbitworks is the first commercial satellite manufacturing company in UAE. And this will allow the company, the UAE space players, and the UAE private sector in space to put together end-to-end technologies and solutions that can be exported to the region and global customers," Al Alawi said. The company is looking forward to collaborating with local and international partners to develop and manufacture its satellites. "We would like to enable space access to those who would like to provide services from space," Al Alawi added. Make it in the Emirates Continue full coverage
Daily Tribune
08-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Only four charity fundraising requests turned down in two years
TDT | Manama Only four applications to raise money for charitable causes were turned down in Bahrain over the past two years, with the Ministry of Social Development approving 425 requests during the same period. The figures were shared by Social Development Minister, His Excellency Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, in response to a question from MP Basema Mubarak, who had asked how fundraising licences are issued and what procedures are followed. In 2023, 215 licences were granted and one application was rejected. The following year saw 210 approvals and three refusals. Licences are issued under Decree-Law No. 21 of 2013, which gives the ministry 30 days to respond to a request. Decision That decision is made after seeking input from other government bodies depending on the purpose of the fundraising. By the end of January this year, 207 licences remained active. All had been issued to civil society organisations registered with the ministry. Applicants must begin by opening a separate bank account to hold the collected funds. Application The next step is to file an application through the ministry's online portal, including all required documents such as confirmation from the bank that the account has been opened. 'Once the application is submitted, we check the details against the rules and consult the relevant authorities. If all is in order, a ministerial decision is issued,' Al Alawi said. The ministry keeps records of each licence, including those refused, along with the reason for any rejection. Applicants are informed in writing, and the bank is contacted to activate the fundraising account. Scrutiny Al Alawi said the process includes several layers of scrutiny. The ministry works with financial and security bodies to confirm that the source and use of the funds are lawful. Once a licence expires, the organisation must submit a full audited financial report. This is reviewed by the relevant department at the ministry.
Daily Tribune
04-04-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Al Alawi attends global summit
Al Alawi attends global summit Berlin His Excellency Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development, participated in the official opening of the 2025 Global Disability Summit, jointly organised by the International Disability Alliance, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The summit was held in Berlin. The event brought together representatives from governments, international organisations, and civil society, aiming to promote inclusion and justice for persons with disabilities globally.
