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Daily Tribune
08-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain-Italy ties
His Excellency Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs, met with Gilberto Pichetto Fratin, Minister of Environment and Energy Security of the Italian Republic. The Minister highlighted the deep-rooted Bahrain-Italy relations and advanced cooperation across various sectors. Humaidan underscored Bahrain's commitment to adopting international best practices in the sustainable energy sector. He highlighted national initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency and increasing reliance on renewable energy sources to achieve environmental sustainability. These initiatives include Bahrain's efforts to reduce carbon emissions by 30% by 2035 and to achieve net zero emissions by 2060.
Bahrain News Gazette
29-01-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Bahrain Grants Partnership Status for Italy's Sea-Air Freight Services
Manama: The Kingdom of Bahrain has granted the Italian Republic partnership status for sea-air freight services, announced during the official visit of Her Excellency Giorgia Meloni, President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic. According to Bahrain News Agency, the announcement reflects a shared commitment to enhancing economic and trade relations between Bahrain and Italy. This partnership aims to support collaboration across various sectors and attract high-value investments, thereby developing their economic and trade partnership. Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, highlighted the importance of enhancing Bahrain-Italy relations, particularly in global freight services. He emphasized the commitment to developing bilateral cooperation to benefit both nations. Minister Fakhro noted that this partnership will enable Italian companies to obtain official certification as authorized operators of sea-air freight services. This initiative is part of Bahrain's efforts to establish partnerships with other countries, allowing companies based in these nations to apply for certification and benefit from exclusive advantages as operators of this service. Bahrain launched the Global Sea-Air Hub in 2021 to enhance the integration between Khalifa Bin Salman Port and Bahrain International Airport, offering faster and more cost-effective services compared to standalone sea or air freight.
Bahrain News Gazette
28-01-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Italy Gains Sovereignty Over Subscriber Data During PM's Visit to Bahrain
Manama: The Kingdom of Bahrain has granted the Italian Republic sovereignty over subscriber data hosted in Bahrain's cloud computing centres, it has been announced during the official visit of Her Excellency Giorgia Meloni, President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic. According to Bahrain News Agency, Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, CEO of the Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA), highlighted the importance of developing Bahrain-Italy relations across various sectors. He emphasised Bahrain's commitment to expanding cooperation with Italy to achieve shared goals, exchange expertise, and enhance the development of digital infrastructure. Al Qaed noted that this decision aligns with Decree-Law (56) of 2018 regarding the provision of cloud computing services to foreign entities and related ministerial decisions. He noted that the move reflects ongoing collaboration between Bahrain and Italy in digital transformation and expertise exchange. He also underlined the commitment of both countries to further enhancing bilateral relations and advancing shared objectives. Al Qaed said Bahrain remains dedicated to supporting knowledge exchange in the ICT sector, contributing to the development of digital infrastructure and supporting the Kingdom's economic growth and development.
Zawya
28-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Bahrain and Italy to consolidate relations
Bahrain - His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at Gudaibiya Palace. The meeting took place as part of Prime Minister Meloni's official visit to Bahrain. HRH Prince Salman highlighted the long-standing Bahrain-Italy relations, deepened by a shared history of multi-sectoral collaboration and the unwavering support of His Majesty King Hamad. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister underscored the importance of enhancing bilateral co-operation across various sectors, reaffirming the kingdom's commitment to advancing the strategic partnership, particularly in the economic, commercial and investment sectors, to achieve mutual aspirations. HRH Prince Salman welcomed the visiting leader and her accompanying delegation to the kingdom. The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral relations, discussing shared interests and addressing the latest regional and international developments. HRH Prince Salman emphasised that Bahrain, led by the King, is committed to spreading peace and promoting tolerance, coexistence and dialogue among civilisations, cultures and religions. He highlighted Italy's role, alongside allied countries, in safeguarding regional and international security and peace. An official reception ceremony was held featuring the national anthems of Bahrain and Italy. Isa Bin Salman Education Charitable Trust board of trustees chairman and Labour Fund (Tamkeen) board of directors chairman Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa and several senior officials also attended the meeting. Copyright 2022 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Daily Tribune
27-01-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
HRH Crown Prince Emphasizes Strong Bahrain-Italy Relations During Official Visit by Italian PM
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, highlighted the deep historical ties and robust cooperation between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Italian Republic. He emphasized the shared commitment to advancing bilateral coordination across various sectors, reflecting the strength of the relationship under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. HRH noted the exceptional trajectory of Bahrain-Italy relations, affirming the mutual efforts to expand collaboration to broader and more comprehensive horizons across all domains. This was stated during a meeting held at Gudaibiya Palace today between HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister and Her Excellency Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the friendly Italian Republic, who is on an official visit to Bahrain. The meeting was attended by His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Educational Charitable Trust and Chairman of Tamkeen, His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Excellency Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister, His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, and several senior officials. HRH welcomed the Italian Prime Minister and her delegation, reiterating Bahrain's commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with Italy. He stressed the importance of building on existing achievements, particularly in economic, trade, and investment sectors, to serve mutual interests. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed avenues for bilateral cooperation and discussed issues of mutual interest, including key regional and international topics. HRH underscored Bahrain's ongoing efforts, under the leadership of His Majesty the King, to promote peace, tolerance, coexistence, and dialogue among civilizations, cultures, and religions. He also acknowledged Italy's pivotal role, alongside other friendly and allied nations, in fostering security and peace in the region and globally. The official visit also included a formal reception ceremony for the Italian Prime Minister, during which the national anthems of Bahrain and Italy were played.
