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Biz Bahrain
09-04-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Bahrain hosts CEM2025 conference
Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Dainah, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, opened the CEM Middle East Conference and Exhibition on Emissions and Air Quality Monitoring (CEM2025). The conference is hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain for the first time in the region, from April 8-10. Dr. Bin Dainah emphasised that Bahrain's hosting of the event reflects its commitment to enhancing international cooperation on environmental matters. He highlighted the conference as a key platform for knowledge-sharing and collaboration on emissions monitoring and air quality, supporting sustainable and balanced environmental practices. The conference includes over 40 technical presentations delivered by experts from around the world across seven main sessions covering emissions measurement, analytical technologies, and environmental compliance. The conference also includes panel discussions and hands-on workshops. On the sidelines of the conference, the minister visited the accompanying technical exhibition, featuring 55 leading international companies showcasing emissions monitoring equipment, smart monitoring solutions, and emissions reduction technologies. The exhibition offers participants the opportunity to explore the latest innovations and engage directly with global manufacturers and suppliers. BNA(R)
Daily Tribune
19-02-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Bill passed to let Bahraini fishermen take family to sea without extra red tape
TDT | Manama A bill letting Bahraini fishermen take their sons and close relatives aboard their boats without extra red tape passed Parliament yesterday, a move aimed at keeping the trade within local families and handing skills down the line. The measure, which updates a 2002 law on marine resources, had been sent back for another look after MPs raised concerns about how it would work in practice. Fishermen's associations, had warned that restrictions had already forced many to hire foreign crew, leaving the trade leaning heavily on expat labour and pushing more locals into hobby fishing, where numbers have swelled to around 12,000 amateur fishermen. Rules Government backed the idea but pointed out that rules brought in over the past few years already cover much of what the law sets out to do. They also flagged possible snags, such as clashes between fishermen who want to bring family along and boat owners who might not agree. The Minister of Oil and Environment, His Excellency Dr Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Dainah, said the government had no issue with the bill's goal but believed it might not go far enough. Practical concerns "This isn't about blocking it, but there are practical concerns," he told MPs. "A fisherman should be able to take a relative on board, but what about the captain? The law only applies to the fisherman, which might not be enough. If this covered more people, it would help train up more young Bahrainis and open up more jobs." He also said Supreme Council for Environment president Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa had already approved a rule allowing Bahrainis to go out on fishing boats under certain limits. "This is already in place, with caps on numbers," he said. "There's also the option of a separate permit for Bahraini fishermen. These are the technical points, but the decision is yours." Hobbyists MPs backing the bill argued that full-time Bahraini fishermen should not be held back when hobbyists can take people out to sea with little fuss. MP Khalid Buanaq, the committee rapporteur, said the current setup is unfair. "Right now, a hobby fisherman can take someone out easily, but a professional can't even take his own son to teach him the ropes," he said. "If we don't want this trade to vanish, we have to let the families of full-time fishermen learn it properly." Financial backing He also called for financial backing to help Bahrainis get into the industry, saying they should have access to Tamkeen funds just like other trades. "Fishing families should have the same support as anyone else trying to run a business," he said. "They should be able to get help if they want to make a go of this as a job." Buanaq also pointed to red tape that makes things harder than they need to be. Guest At the moment, a fisherman's guest has to be registered with the Ministry of Labour and get a permit. He said that should be scrapped in favour of a simpler rule. "Why should a full-time fisherman have to wade through paperwork just to take his son out to sea?" he said. "This is about making sure our fishing trade survives."
Bahrain News Gazette
17-02-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Environment Minister Discusses Global Cooperation on Sustainable Cooling Projects
Manama: Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Dainah, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, engaged with international delegations from the World Bank, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the Montreal Protocol Multilateral Fund during an international workshop organized by the Supreme Council for Environment (SCE). The workshop focused on the availability of air conditioning technologies in high-temperature countries. According to Bahrain News Agency, Dr. Bin Dainah met with the World Bank delegation, headed by Jiang Ru, to discuss future cooperation in implementing Bahrain's national cooling plans and projects aimed at phasing down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This initiative follows the approval of the Montreal Protocol Multilateral Fund's projects. The discussions also included a presentation on the World Bank's experiences in financing energy efficiency projects for air conditioning through revolving funds, which have effectively reduced energy consumption and operational costs in several countries. In a separate meeting with the UNDP delegation led by Xiaofang Zhou, Director of the Chemical and Waste Hub and Montreal Protocol Unit at BPPS, UNDP, the minister explored the programme's vision for implementing sustainable cooling projects. They addressed challenges associated with reducing ozone-depleting substances and supporting Bahrain's efforts to develop cooling strategies that align with the nation's climate conditions and global environmental standards. Further discussions with Dr. Tina Birmpili, Chief Officer of the Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol, highlighted the fund's ongoing support for Bahrain's environmental initiatives since 1995. This includes the Hydrochlorofluorocarbon Phase-out Management Plan (HPMP), which is set to continue until 2030. Dr. Bin Dainah underscored the critical role of international cooperation in advancing sustainable cooling technologies. He emphasized enhancing countries' capacities to fulfill their environmental commitments under the Montreal Protocol by adopting innovative and eco-friendly cooling solutions tailored to regional climate challenges.
Bahrain News Gazette
17-02-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Oil Minister Inaugurates SCE International Workshop on Air Conditioning Technologies
Manama: Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Dainah, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, inaugurated the international workshop on the availability of air conditioning technologies in high-temperature countries organised by the Supreme Council for the Environment (SCE). According to Bahrain News Agency, the minister noted that the workshop follows the ratification of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol by most GCC countries, committing them to a gradual reduction in the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) as refrigerants in cooling and air conditioning systems. Dr. Bin Dainah emphasised the importance of knowledge exchange and technology transfer in developing strategies to reduce the use of high-global-warming potential refrigerants, particularly in high-temperature climates that require sustainable and efficient cooling solutions. The minister highlighted the SCE's commitment to engaging all stakeholders in air conditioning technology development and manufacturing, along with end users, to assess the future availability, economic feasibility, and safety requirements of sustainable cooling technologies. This approach aims to guide the adoption of safe and sustainable air conditioning solutions over the next two decades, he added. The minister also noted that GCC countries began calculating their baseline HFC refrigerant consumption for 2024-2026 as part of preparations for strategic cooling plans covering 2028-2047. These plans focus on adopting sustainable technologies across the residential, commercial, industrial, transportation, and fire suppression sectors. The workshop brought together leading air conditioning manufacturers from Japan, China, the European Union, the United States, and the GCC, alongside experts in cooling technology, representatives from UN agencies responsible for implementing air conditioning and refrigeration planning strategies, the head of the Montreal Protocol Multilateral Fund, and representatives from GCC ozone units and standardisation bodies.
