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Daily Tribune
14-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
BIPA and BDB Celebrate Completion of Leadership Program to Empower Future Bahraini Leaders
SK The Institute of Public Administration (BIPA) continues to push forward its mission of developing national talent, as it concluded the third edition of its leadership program in collaboration with the Bahrain Development Bank (BDB). Dr. Shaikha Rana bint Isa bin Daij Al Khalifa, Director General of BIPA, praised the program as part of the institute's broader efforts to design and implement leadership development initiatives that align with institutional needs and global best practices. She emphasized that nurturing Bahraini professionals is key to advancing both institutional growth and national development. The program, tailored specifically for BDB employees, focused on building leadership capabilities and encouraging a culture of innovation and excellence. Participants engaged in intensive training sessions and interactive workshops covering leadership skills, project management, design thinking, and innovative problem-solving — all aimed at equipping them to lead change within their organizations. Dalal Al Qais, CEO of Bahrain Development Bank Group, expressed pride in the participants' accomplishments, highlighting the innovative projects and ideas developed during the program. She underscored that the partnership with BIPA is a cornerstone of the bank's strategy to strengthen leadership competencies and build a strong second line of future leaders. Echoing this, Hind Mahmood, BDB Group's Chief Human Resources Officer, stated that the program represents a significant step toward supporting a strong institutional culture by enhancing leadership skills across the bank. She reaffirmed the bank's commitment to investing in human capital, calling it a top priority and the foundation of long-term sustainability and excellence. BDB remains committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, with the aim of boosting both personal and professional growth. This, the bank believes, will ultimately elevate performance standards, promote team spirit, and ensure better alignment across departments — all contributing to the bank's long-term vision and goals.
Daily Tribune
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Dr. Shaikha Rana elected to IIAS Board
The Kingdom of Bahrain proudly announces the election of H.E. Dr. Shaikha Rana bint Isa bin Daij Al Khalifa, Director General of the Institute of Public Administration (IPA), to the Board of Directors of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS). This appointment recognises her significant contributions to public administration, institutional development, and governance excellence. Dr. Shaikha Rana's election highlights Bahrain's international standing and the global recognition of its national expertise. She attributed this achievement to the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, underscoring Bahrain's commitment to advancing public administration and enhancing service quality across sectors. Her membership in the IIAS Board affirms international confidence in Bahraini capabilities and supports Bahrain's ongoing efforts to improve government efficiency, policy development, and international cooperation. The IIAS, established in 1930, spans Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Australia, promoting best practices and collaboration in public policy and institutional planning worldwide.
Daily Tribune
02-03-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Training and research collaboration
H.E. Dr. Shaikha Rana bint Isa bin Daij Al Khalifa, Director General of the Bahrain Institute of Public Administration (BIPA), met with Muriel Dubois, Executive Director of the Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po), to discuss opportunities for collaboration in training, research, and capacity building. Dr. Shaikha Rana emphasised the Kingdom of Bahrain's commitment to investing in its national workforce as a key driver of development and economic growth, in line with Bahrain Economic Vision 2030. She highlighted the importance of strengthening partnerships with leading international institutions to enhance training programmes and research, expressing interest in joint initiatives between BIPA and Sciences Po to support institutional capacity building in the public and private sectors.
