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Daily Tribune
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- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Crown Prince Congratulates BACA Team on Global Architecture Win at Biennale Architettura 2025
SK His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received His Excellency Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), along with the team behind the Kingdom's acclaimed participation at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia 2025 (Biennale Architettura 2025), at Gudaibiya Palace. The meeting followed Bahrain's recognition at the prestigious event, where the national pavilion earned the award for Best National Participation, marking a milestone in the Kingdom's cultural and architectural representation on the global stage. During the meeting, His Royal Highness underscored the critical role of Bahrain's talented national workforce in achieving international excellence. 'Bahrain's achievements across sectors are built on the ambition and dedication of its people,' HRH stated, adding that their contributions continue to support the Kingdom's comprehensive development journey led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister praised the team's creative and meaningful work at the Biennale, which showcased Bahrain's architectural identity and tackled global environmental issues with visionary insight. He emphasized the importance of integrating innovative approaches to reinforce Bahrain's leadership in international cultural arenas. 'This award is not only a win for Bahrain but also recognition of our proactive engagement in sustainable urban development and environmental discourse,' HRH noted. His Royal Highness expressed pride in the national pavilion's success and conveyed appreciation to everyone involved in its development, describing it as a testament to Bahrain's rich architectural legacy and its future-focused vision. HE Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support from HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. He noted that the international recognition is a direct result of the continued guidance and patronage from His Majesty the King and the strategic directives issued by HRH to amplify Bahrain's cultural presence worldwide. Also in attendance at the meeting were His Excellency General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior, and His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy.
Daily Tribune
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain marks 100 years of theatre achievements
The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) has launched a series of initiatives and events to commemorate the centenary of theatre in the Kingdom in a landmark celebration of Bahrain's rich artistic legacy. The program highlights a century of theatrical evolution, recognising theatre's pivotal role in enriching national culture and fostering artistic talent. The year-long celebration underscores BACA's commitment to preserving cultural heritage and promoting the arts within the community. Beginnings It traces the beginnings of Bahraini theatre to 1925, when students at Al-Hidaya Al-Khalifiya Boys School in Muharraq staged the first documented school theatrical production — an event that laid the foundation for a flourishing theatrical movement. Over the past 100 years, Bahraini theatre has grown into a vibrant sector, giving rise to a number of prominent theatre groups, including Awal Theater, Al Sawari Theater, Al Reef Theater, Al Bayader Theater, and Gilgamesh Theater. These groups have not only nurtured generations of Bahraini directors, actors, and writers but have also represented the Kingdom at regional and international forums, earning critical acclaim and numerous prestigious awards. Speaking on the occasion, Farah Matar, Director General of Culture and Museums at BACA, described the centenary as 'a moment of reflection on a century of creativity and cultural contribution.' She emphasised the importance of honoring the generations that laid the groundwork for the theatrical arts in Bahrain and pledged continued support for emerging talent. 'The development of Bahraini theatre is the result of collective efforts by official institutions, independent theatre groups, and engaged audiences,' Matar said. 'The Authority remains committed to working with its partners to foster sustainable platforms for creative expression.' Mohammed Al-Saffar, President of the Federation of Bahraini Theatrical Associations, echoed these sentiments, calling the centenary 'both a tribute to our theatrical legacy and a call to invest in the future.' Talent He stressed the importance of building a broad-based audience and supporting young talent, noting that 'a thriving theatre scene must be inclusive and rooted in awareness and artistic diversity.' As part of the centennial celebrations, BACA, in collaboration with the Federation of Bahraini Theatrical Associations, is implementing a series of projects aimed at documenting and celebrating the Kingdom's theatrical history.
Bahrain News Gazette
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Bahrain News Gazette
Bahrain Highlights Cultural Ties at Muscat International Book Fair
Muscat: Bahrain's participation in the 29th Muscat International Book Fair has been praised by Dr. Juma bin Ahmed Al Kaabi, Bahrain's Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman. He emphasized the close fraternal ties between Bahrain and Oman and Bahrain's commitment to maintaining a strong cultural presence at major events. According to Bahrain News Agency, the event was held at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre under the patronage of Dr. Fahad bin Al Julanda Al Said, vice chancellor of Sultan Qaboos University. The fair brought together over 600 publishing houses from 35 countries, offering a wide range of publications across technical, cultural, political, and social fields. Dr. Al Kaabi highlighted Bahrain's annual participation as an opportunity to showcase its cultural heritage and enhance cultural engagement. He noted the growth of Bahraini-Omani relations under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, which is reflected in joint initiatives and cultural cooperation. Rana bint Fahad Mohammad, Cultural Advisor at Bahrain's Embassy in Oman, noted the strong visitor turnout at the Bahrain pavilion, which featured significant literary and heritage publications, underscoring Bahrain's dedication to promoting its cultural legacy. Khalifa Salem, a representative of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), stated that BACA's pavilion included publications from the joint publishing project and cultural books by Bahraini authors. The pavilion also featured titles on heritage, literature, arts, history, and archaeology, as well as the Knowledge Transfer Project, which offers around 50 translated works from French, Italian, English, and other languages. He added that BACA continues to promote Bahraini authors by supporting publishing initiatives, organizing lectures, hosting book launches, and enriching Arabic libraries with Bahraini intellectual and literary contributions.
Daily Tribune
25-04-2025
- Science
- Daily Tribune
Cuneiform inscriptions
In a milestone achievement, that underscores Bahrain's deep-rooted cultural legacy, the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) has announced the inscription of the file 'Cuneiform Inscriptions of the Kings of Dilmun on Stone Vessels (circa 1700 BCE)' in UNESCO's Memory of the World Programme for the first time. BACA said that this recognition reflects international acknowledgment of the exceptional historical value of these artefacts and highlights Bahrain's pivotal role in human history. The significance of these inscriptions lies in their documentation of a royal dynasty that ruled the Kingdom of Dilmun during the second millennium BCE. They mark a critical development in the use of cuneiform writing in the southern region of the Fertile Crescent, offering greater clarity on one of the world's earliest civilisations.
Gulf Insider
25-04-2025
- Science
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain's Dilmun Inscriptions Added to UNESCO Register
In a milestone achievement, that underscores Bahrain's deep-rooted cultural legacy, the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) has announced the inscription of the file 'Cuneiform Inscriptions of the Kings of Dilmun on Stone Vessels (circa 1700 BCE)' in UNESCO's Memory of the World Programme for the first time. BACA said that this recognition reflects international acknowledgment of the exceptional historical value of these artefacts and highlights Bahrain's pivotal role in human history. The significance of these inscriptions lies in their documentation of a royal dynasty that ruled the Kingdom of Dilmun during the second millennium BCE. They mark a critical development in the use of cuneiform writing in the southern region of the Fertile Crescent, offering greater clarity on one of the world's earliest civilisations. The submission includes four rare stone fragments, carved from soft stone materials steatite and chlorite originally intended for use in the royal palace, and possibly also used during formal burial rituals. These vessels were discovered at two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Bahrain: the Dilmun Burial Mounds in A'ali and Qal'at al-Bahrain. The inscriptions engraved on these artefacts reference 'the palace of Yagli-El, son of Rimum, servant of Inzak of Agarum.' These texts represent rare evidence of an Amorite royal lineage that ruled Dilmun, confirming the political and cultural links with the Mesopotamian civilisations of that era. Radiocarbon dating indicates that the vessels were used in the royal palace shortly before the burial of King Yagli-El, supporting the hypothesis that they were subsequently transferred to his tomb as part of funerary rites. Dilmun: From myth to history Dilmun has long been referenced in Sumerian and Akkadian texts as a pure, radiant land an esteemed sacred space rich in fresh water, commerce, and eternal life. It is mentioned in some of Mesopotamia's oldest myths, including Enki and Ninhursag and The Epic of Gilgamesh. Mesopotamian sources also describe Dilmun as a key hub for trade between Mesopotamia and the East, exporting copper, wood, pearls, dates, and other goods that sustained the Sumerian economy for decades. A discovery that reshaped understanding of the ancient world For decades, Dilmun was known only through ancient texts. However, archaeological missions that began in the late 19th century culminating in groundbreaking Danish excavations in the 1950s confirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is the very land described in the writings of ancient Mesopotamian kings and priests. Today, archaeological research affirms that the Kingdom of Dilmun, whose capital was located on the island of Bahrain, extended from the northern Gulf to its western shores, serving as a central nexus between ancient Eastern civilisations. This central role is vividly illustrated through these unique cuneiform inscriptions. UNESCO launched the Memory of the World Programme in 1992 to address the growing threats to the world's documentary heritage. The programme seeks to safeguard this heritage and ensure its continued existence as a reliable source of knowledge and a means of preserving cultural identity by facilitating its collection, conservation, and accessibility. The initiative identifies documents of global significance and records them in the Memory of the World Register, raising awareness of their importance and ensuring their preservation for future generations. It also promotes international cooperation among nations and institutions to support the protection of manuscripts, archives, and audiovisual materials that form an integral part of the shared heritage of humanity. Also read: Bahrain to Host FIBA Congress and 2025 Hall of Fame Ceremony
