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Bahrain News Gazette
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Bahrain News Gazette
Shura Chairman Congratulates Shura Council Secretary-General on Arab Parliamentary Excellence Award
Manama: Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, congratulated Kareema Mohammed Al Abbasi, Secretary-General of the Shura Council, on receiving the Arab Parliamentary Excellence Award in the category of 'Secretary-General of Parliament' by the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union. The award was presented during the participation of the Parliamentary Division's delegation in the 38th Conference of the Union, held in Algeria. According to Bahrain News Agency, the chairman emphasised that this award is a new addition to the achievements and successes of Bahraini women and reflects the continuous support they receive from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa; His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister; and Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW). He commended the dedication and contributions of the Secretary-General to advancing the work of the Shura Council's General Secretariat, and her efforts to strengthen the role of its members as part of Team Bahrain in supporting the Council's work. The Chairman expressed pride in the presence of Bahraini women at national, regional, and international levels, and in their notable achievements that have earned recognition in international forums.
Bahrain News Gazette
10-04-2025
- Politics
- Bahrain News Gazette
Bahrain Participates in ASGP Meeting Alongside 150th IPU Assembly
Tashkent: Mohammed Ibrahim Al Sisi Al Buainain, Secretary General of the Council of Representatives, and Kareema Mohammed Al Abbasi, Secretary General of the Shura Council, attended the meeting of the Association of Secretaries General of Parliaments (ASGP) held in Uzbekistan. The meeting is part of the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), taking place from April 5 to 9. According to Bahrain News Agency, the ASGP meeting focused on the theme 'Meeting the Expectations of Young Parliamentarians,' addressing strategies to support their active engagement and evolving role within parliamentary institutions. Al Buainain and Al Abbasi emphasised the importance of empowering youth across various sectors, noting Bahrain's progress in enhancing youth participation in democratic processes, particularly within parliamentary work. They highlighted initiatives such as training programmes and events designed to develop young people's skills in legislative and parliamentary affairs. They also underscored Bahrain's efforts to encourage youth-led projects that contribute to the Kingdom's digital transformation, particularly in the parliamentary sector. These initiatives reflect Bahrain's commitment to integrating youth perspectives into legislative processes and leveraging technology to enhance parliamentary operations.
Daily Tribune
10-03-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Shura Secretariat earns ISO Certifications for IT and security sectors
TDT | Manama Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh announced that the Secretariat-General has obtained two international ISO certifications—ISO 27001:2022 for Information Security Management and ISO 20000-1:2018 for IT Service Management — after successfully meeting all required audit standards. These certifications support digital and technological advancements that enhance legislative work and confirm the effectiveness of strategies pursued in this field. Operations The Chairman noted that this achievement builds on previous steps taken to modernise operations within the Secretariat-General. Under the supervision of Secretary-General Kareema Mohammed Al Abbasi, these efforts have included improvements to software, systems, and procedures. The certifications serve as international recognition of the Council's adherence to established global standards. He commended the Secretariat-General's staff for their dedication and teamwork, which have contributed to the successful completion of key projects in digital transformation, information security, and the development of electronic services that meet international benchmarks. The ISO 27001 certification is a globally recognised standard for strengthening governance and managing risks in information security. Meanwhile, ISO 20000-1 is among the leading international standards for ensuring quality and reliability in IT service management.
Bahrain News Gazette
09-03-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Shura Council Chairman Applauds Secretariat General's Achievement in Securing International ISO Certifications
Manama: Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh emphasised that the Secretariat General's attainment of two international ISO certifications, ISO 27001:2022 for information security management and ISO 20000-1:2018 for IT service management, marks a significant achievement in supporting digital transformation initiatives that enhance legislative work. According to Bahrain News Agency, earning these certifications after meeting all necessary audit requirements reflects the success of the strategies and plans implemented in this field. The chairman highlighted that this accomplishment builds on recent advancements in digital transformation and artificial intelligence within the Secretariat General, under the leadership of Kareema Mohammed Al Abbasi, Secretary General of the Shura Council. He emphasised the Council's commitment to adopting the latest technologies to enhance its infrastructure, software, systems, and procedures. The certifications serve as international recognition of the Council's adherence to global best practices in IT security and management. Al Saleh commended the Secretariat General's efforts, noting its commitment to excellence and teamwork in executing key digital transformation projects, strengthening information security frameworks, and delivering high quality electronic services that meet international standards. ISO 27001 is a globally recognised certification that enhances governance and risk management in information security, while ISO 20000-1 is a leading certification that ensures the highest standards of quality, security, and excellence in IT service management.
