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Daily Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
New Civil Defence Centre Inaugurated in Riffa
His Excellency General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Civil Defence Council, officially inaugurated the new Civil Defence Centre in the Riffa area this morning. The Minister was received by Chief of Public Security Lieutenant-General Tariq bin Hassan Al Hassan, Southern Governor His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali Al Khalifa, and Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior Shaikh Nasser bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa. Honouring Leadership's Vision for Safety Upon arrival, the Interior Minister unveiled a commemorative plaque, marking the official opening of the facility. He praised the continuous support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the follow-up by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in advancing the Ministry's development strategy. The Minister emphasized that the new initiatives and integrated safety programs are part of a modern security framework designed to protect the public and enhance national preparedness. Commitment to Excellence and Readiness Minister Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa commended the Civil Defence teams for their professionalism, field expertise, and dedication in responding to emergencies. He noted that their courage and commitment play a critical role in safeguarding lives and property. He also stressed the importance of equipping Civil Defence centres with the necessary manpower, machinery, and technology to ensure swift and accurate emergency response operations. The Minister underlined the significance of adhering to safety regulations and maintaining high operational standards. Public Awareness as a Pillar of Safety Highlighting the role of education and community outreach, the Minister noted that modern technology and awareness programs are essential to building a security-conscious society. He referred to the launch of the National Civil Protection Platform in November 2023 as a key national initiative to enhance disaster preparedness and public safety. Centre Equipped for Growing Urban Needs During the visit, the Minister received a detailed briefing about the capabilities of the new centre, which is designed to provide rapid and effective emergency response in light of Riffa's expanding residential, commercial, and service infrastructure. The briefing highlighted the government's 2023–2026 action plan, which prioritizes ongoing readiness for exceptional circumstances and disasters. The Ministry of Interior is committed to achieving a secure environment by reducing emergency response times and improving crisis management strategies. Notably, the new centre aims to bring emergency response time down to just 6 minutes. Modern Facilities and National Coordination Officials from the Works Directorate and the National Ambulance Service also provided briefings on the centre's facilities. The Minister toured the new premises, including the operations room, emergency vehicles area, and the national ambulance coordination unit. He concluded the visit by reaffirming the ministry's commitment to continued efforts and fast response protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of both citizens and residents across the Kingdom.
Bahrain News Gazette
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Bahrain News Gazette
Chief of Public Security Attends Police Open Futsal Championship Finale
Manama: Lieutenant General Tariq bin Hassan Al Hassan, Chief of Public Security, attended the final of the Police Open Futsal Championship, organised by the Public Security Sports Association at the Bahrain Handball Federation Hall. The General Directorate of Traffic team won the championship after defeating the General Directorate of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing team in the final match. According to Bahrain News Agency, Lt. Gen. Tariq bin Hassan commended the directives of General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior, in providing the necessary resources to organise outstanding sports events and championships. He noted that these efforts reflect continued support for sports and athletes across the ministry's teams, contributing to strong performances in both local and international tournaments. He also commended the high level of performance, fair competition, and sportsmanship shown by the participants. He expressed his thanks to the Public Security Sports Association and all organisers for the successful and honourable execution of the championship. Colonel Khalid Abdulaziz Al Khayat, President of the Public Security Sports Association, expressed his appreciation to Lt. Gen. Tariq bin Hassan for attending the closing ceremony and for his continued support and follow-up of all sports activities organised by the association. He noted these activities form part of the association's strategy to enhance the physical and mental readiness of public security personnel. At the conclusion of the ceremony, Lt. Gen. Tariq bin Hassan awarded the championship trophy and gold medals to the General Directorate of Traffic team and presented silver medals to the runner-up team, wishing all participants continued success.
Bahrain News Gazette
27-03-2025
- Sport
- Bahrain News Gazette
Public Security Chief Chairs Coordination Meeting for F1
Manama: Lieutenant General Tariq bin Hassan Al Hassan, Chief of Public Security, chaired a coordination meeting to follow up on the preparations and arrangements of the security directorates for the Kingdom of Bahrain's hosting of the Bahrain Grand Prix (Formula 1). The meeting was attended by directors from the Ministry of Interior and a representative of Bahrain International Circuit. According to Bahrain News Agency, the Chief of Public Security emphasised that the meeting was part of the follow-up on security preparations and necessary arrangements to ensure the successful hosting of this global event. He noted that the Kingdom of Bahrain has over two decades of experience in organising the event, which has enabled it to demonstrate its capability to do so in line with the highest international standards. Lt. Gen. Al Hassan underscored the importance of reviewing and rehearsing the plans in place to achieve national objectives in securing the race, its participants, and the safety of the public. He also highlighted the need to implement these plans through set scenarios to assess the readiness of the participating forces and their ability to respond with professionalism and competence to any emergency. He emphasised the importance of full coordination between various security directorates, units, and relevant entities to ensure complete readiness. He also underscored the need to continue coordination meetings and field follow-ups to ensure that the required standards and objectives are achieved to safeguard the safety and security of all. The Chief of Public Security expressed appreciation to all relevant parties for their efforts in ensuring the success of this global sporting event. He emphasised the ministry's commitment, through its various directorates, to contributing to the success of this national event and reflecting Bahrain's standing as a leading destination for hosting international sporting events.
