Mashi Kingham is al- Khalifa arrived in Athens on a visit to Greece during which he will meet with the Greek president Constantino Tasolos and Greek Prime Minister Kiraakos Mitso Takis. During the visit, his mashi the king will hold talks on ways to support enhance the close bilateral relations and develop strategic cooperation between the two friendly countries in addition to discussing current events in the latest regional and international developments. At the forefront of those welcoming the king upon arrival were the Greek deputy prime minister Constantinos Zidakus Bahin's ambassador to Greece and senior government officials as the king had departed the kingdom earlier for Greece. Heat. Heat. [music] >> [music] >> Reflecting the deeprooted historical ties between the kingdom of Bahin and Greece, his majesty King Mhammed bin Isa al- Khalifa begins a visit to Greece. This visit marks a significant milestone in reinforcing robust bilateral relations grounded on friendship, mutual respect, understanding, and close cooperation. The official agenda focuses on strengthening cooperation and coordination between the two countries, exchanging views on regional and international developments, and discussing issues of common concern. From Athens, reporting for Bahin International, I am Aisha Brahi. The bilateral relations between the kingdom of Bahrain and Greece receive great support from his majesty king huh bin Isa al- Khalifa and the president of Greece his excellency Costantinos Tasulas. The deeprooted relationship is firmly based on friendship, reciprocal respect, understanding and fruitful cooperation which has continuously been strengthened by the exchange of high level visits and active coordination on a wide range of topics of mutual interest. The flourishing partnership between Manama and Athens has brought tangible benefits to both nations by driving sustainable growth, progress and prosperity at different levels. Bahrain and Greece enjoy strong diplomatic synergy driven by a unified commitment to confronting pressing global challenges, fostering long-term international security and stability, and promoting peace and harmony. The growing ties between Manama and Athens underscore a resilient commitment to mutual growth, sustainability, and development, paving the way for a prosperous and stable future. Bahin and Greece have enjoyed diplomatic relations spanning more than five decades during which cooperation between the two countries has witnessed continuous development in a number of areas of mutual interest. Cooperation between Manam and Athens is expanding underpinned by shared interest and a vision that supports security stability and the partnership between the two countries report. The Kingdom of Bahrain and Greece have enjoyed more than five decades of diplomatic relations which have developed over the years to encompass a wide range of political, economic, commercial, investment and tourism ties. These relations are based on continuous coordination and consultation supported by agreements and memorandum of understanding in a number of fields alongside a mutual commitment to increasing cooperation and opening up new areas for partnership between the public and private sectors in both countries. Areas of cooperation include trade, investment, tourism, technology, and the environment, as well as energy, transport, digital networks, and the movement of people. Economically, trade reflects a growing aspect of these relations while the industry, investment, tourism, and logistics sectors stand out as areas with potential for further expansion in the coming period. Politically, cooperation between Manama and Athens gained an additional dimension in 2026, coinciding with the two countries non-permanent memberships in the UN Security Council, which opens up a broader scope for coordination and consultation on issues before the council and for supporting international peace and security and respect for international law. Multiple avenues are shaping the Bahini Greek relations, moving beyond bilateral cooperation to become a broader partnership that combines economic interests, diplomatic coordination, and joint action on regional and international affairs. The Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Abdi Fazani participated in the global conference on promoting interfaith and intercultural dialogue and tolerance to counter hate speech. The conference was held at the United Nations headquarters in New York, chaired by Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Expatriots Nasar Burita. Attended by a number of senior officials in Bahin's address to the conference, the foreign minister expressed Bahrain's appreciation to Morocco and the UN for convening this event. He stated that what unites us today goes beyond merely confronting offensive speech. to concerns upholding human dignity, then preventing hatred from escalating and violence and division, particularly as digital platforms now disseminate as extremism and misinformation at an unprecedented pace. He noted that while Bahin upholds freedom of opinion and expression as a fundamental right, it emphasizes that this freedom cannot serve as a pretext for inciting hatred in accordance with international human rights law and the Rabbat plan of action and that the countering such inter incitement is a shared responsibility among governments, educational and media institutions, civil society and technology companies. Asian stated to that mashikhhammed Khalifa has established a firm approach that transforms religious and cultural diversity into a source of strength and makes coexistence a pillar of security. International recognition of this approach was demonstrated when the genesis world records on January 28th of this year recognized Bahin as having the highest density of places of worship for various religions in the world. This is not merely a statistic. It is a statement to the fact that coexistence in Bahin is not just a slogan but a lived reality. He added that Bahin has translated this vision into international initiatives. Most notably the international day of peaceful coexistence adopted by the UN general assembly to be observed annually on January 28th as well as the international day of cocon conscience the king hammed global center for peaceful coexistence and its associated awards and the kingdom behind declaration on religious freedom and belief. He noted that his match the king has called for an international convention to criminalize religious, sectarian, and racial hate speech and to prevent the misuse of media and digital platforms to incite extremism. A call we reiterate from this podium. The foreign minister emphasized that confronting hate speech requires an international effort that goes beyond addressing its manifestations to immunize to immunizing societies against its root causes. Neah's belief that dialogue is the optimal path to overcoming division. Knowledge is the best means to counter intolerance and respect for human dignity is the common ground shared by all religions and societies. He further affirmed that to work with Morocco, the United Nations and all partners to translate the outcomes of this conference into tangible actions. The Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Zani met at the United Nations headquarters in New York with Morocco's minister of foreign affairs, African cooperation and Moroccan expatriot Nas Burita on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. The two sides discussed the course of the strong historic fraternal ties between the two countries and their brotherly people, the prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation in various fields and raising it to greater heights. They also focused on the enhancement of political and diplomatic cooperation and consultation during Bah's membership of the UN security council in all international forms in a manner that serves their common interests and objectives. The two sides discuss the latest regional developments, the repercussions of the disruption to maritime navigation, the stri of HMAS and the Babel Menz on international trade and energy and food supplies and the regional and international efforts being made to deescalate tensions and maintain regional security and stability. The minister of foreign affairs Dr. Abdani met at the UN headquarters in New York with the president of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly Dr. Khaled Rahman Zani convened the greetings of his mashi the king and his royal high crown prince and prime minister along with their best wishes for his success in presiding over the general assembly's current session and achieving his desired goals and aspirations. He affirmed Bahin's commitment to strengthening cooperation or cooperative relations with the UN and various bodies across all fields thereby supporting comprehensive development efforts and the preservation of regional security, stability and global peace. The meeting also addressed key items on the UN General Assembly's agenda, regional development and challenges facing countries in the region. Views were exchanged regarding the repercussions of a disruption to navigation the stri of Hummus and the Baband Strike as well as regional conflicts and issues of mutual interest. The minister of foreign affairs Dr. Abdash Zani met in New York with under secretary and executive secretary of United Nations economic and social commission for Western Asia Dr. Abd or al- Mashad. During the meeting, the foreign affairs minister expressed his appreciation to Dr. Rania for accepting Bahala's invitation to participate in the security council's meeting held under the area formula meeting on the security or maritime corridors and navigation which took place at the UN headquarters in New York. The foreign affairs minister re commended her valuable contribution to the session and her highlighting that of the wider economic and social repercussions resulting from the disruption of vital maritime corridors. The merit parties also reviewed ways to strengthen and develop various areas of cooperation between Bahrain and the ESCWA or the ESQA in support of the sustainable development goals and emphasize the active role played by the ESQUA and supporting economic and social development in regional countries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Bahin's strong condemnation and an outrage at the continuous terrorist attacks carried out by the Iranianbacked Houthi terrorist militia against Saudi Arabia which targeted the province of Tif with a drone after it was intercepted and destroyed. The falling debris from the drone resulted in the death of a resident and injuries to a female citizen and other resident. Also caused material damage to a number of buildings and vehicles. The ministry considered this a flagrant violation of the rules of international law, international humanitarian law, the UN charter and relevant security council resolutions. The ministry affirmed Bahin's full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and has complete support for all measures it takes to safeguard its sovereignty, security and stability and to protect its citizens and residents on its territory in accordance with article 51 of the UN charter emphasizing that the security and stability of Saudi Arabia are integral part of the national security of Bahin. It expressed sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the family and relatives of the deceased Yemen national and its wish wishes for a speedy recovery for the injured. The ministry reiterate Bahrain's call on the security council to fulfill its responsibilities and take a firm stance to hold the repeated Houthi terrorist attacks targeting civilians and civilian objects in Saudi Arabia to hold the perpetrators to account and to implement its relevant resolutions. foremost among which is resolution number 2216 and the provision under resolution number 2817 it called for an end to the use of proxies thereby contributing to the preservation of regional and international security and stability the minister of transportation telecommunications Dr. Shehikh Abd Ahmed al- Khalifa held a series of meetings with senior officials and dignitaries responsible for the transport, telecommunications, logistic and investment sectors during his official visit to Saudi Arabia. These discussions focus on ways to strengthen joint cooperation and strategic integration between the two nations. The minister met with the chairman of the board of directors of Saudi telecom company STC, his royal highness Prince Muhammad bald aloud to discuss prospects for cooperation in the telecommunications and digital infrastructure sector as well as continued coordination to support the telecommunications ecosystem and digital connectivity. He also met with the minister of transportation logistic services of Saudi Arabia engineer Al Jasur expressing his appreciation for the kingdom support ensuring sustainability and the smooth flow of supply chains. The two sides reviewed venues or avenues for cooperation and land transport ports and logistics alongside updates on railway connectivity projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the movement of people and goods between the two countries. The minister held a meeting with the minister of investment of Saudi Arabia and chair of the Saudi side of the coordination committee for investment environment infrastructure fahed a committee stemming from the Saudi Bahin coordination council. The discussions covered joint investment opportunities in the transport infrastructure and logistics sector as well as ways to support priority initiatives and projects aimed at expanding the existing partnership between the two nations. in the civil aviation sector. The minister of transportation telecommunications met with the president of the general authority of civil aviation of Saudi Arabia also expressed his appreciation for the cooperation and exceptional facilitation provided by Saudi Arabia to ensure smooth air traffic flow recently. The two sides also discussed ways to enhance cooperation, coordination and the exchange of expertise in the field of civil aviation. The minister also met with the governor of the zakat tax and customs authority and chairman of the board of directors of the king fahed causeway general authority engineers h aban. They also discuss ways to facilitate commercial activity and ensure the smooth flow of cargo and passengers in addition to reviewing the progress of various joint files and projects. The minister emphasized the importance of building upon the deep rooted fraternal relations and close strategic partnership shared by the two kingdoms. He noted that cooperation in the transport, telecommunications, infrastructure and logistics sector serves as a fundamental pillar for supporting economic integration and enhancing trade and connectivity between the two kingdoms thereby achieving mutual benefits and realizing the aspirations of both nations and their people. The minister of telecommunication and or transportation and telecommunications Dr. Abdullahb Ahmed Khalifa participated in the fourth UNESCO global forum on the ethics of artificial intelligence 2026 held in real during the ministerial round table. He affirmed that Bahin views the future of AI as a shared responsibility that requires practical and comprehensive international cooperation that places people at the center of the development and use of these technologies. Noting the importance of moving from ethical principles to practical application. The minister said that international cooperation should be based on establishing common principles for responsible AI while taking into account national priorities and bridging the digital divide. He stressed that Bahin is working to translate these principles into practical steps by enhancing AIA governance and investing in digital infrastructure and national capabilities, reaffirming the kingdom's commitment to continuing cooperation with UNESCO and international partners to ensure their countries benefit from these technologies and participate in shaping their future. On the sidelines of the forum, the minister discussed with UNESCO deputy director general Osaar Regnar ways to boost cooperation in the areas of digital transformation and AI as well as the exchange of expertise to support the responsible and safe use of emerging technologies. The minister municipalities affairs and agriculture while Lmbodak inaugurated the Ali walkway development project in the northern government. The minister tooured the walkway and reviewed the development works. She also stressed that the opening of the project is part of the ministry's commitment to continuing to develop of public facilities in various areas of the kingdom, contributing to enhancing the level of municipal services provided to citizens and residents as well as keeping pace with the goals of the comprehensive development process. He also noted that the project represents a significant addition to public facilities in the northern governance, stressing the importance of continuing to their development to meet the needs of the kingdom's various areas. For his part, chairman of the Northern Area Municipal Council, Dr. Sey Shabar has affirmed that the project reflects a commitment to providing service and sports facilities that meet the needs of users of the walkway. In turn, member of the municipal council representing the sixth district of the northern governor, Abdullah Ashur stressed that the project reflects a commitment to meeting the needs of users, lauding the efforts of the ministry in implementing service projects that improve public facilities and meet the aspirations of the residents. The Minister of Information Dr. Ramanb Abda participated in a panel discussion titled Arab Information Ministers dialogue held as part of the government communication forum at the Arab media summit 2026 hosted by the UAE. He affirmed that Bahin's development of its media ecosystem is driven by a vision that balances keeping pace with modern transformations and preserving national identity. This approach reflects the noble vision of Ismachi the king protecting and preserving him who has placed the care and elevation of national identity among the priorities of national action. It also aligns with the directives of his royal highness the crown prince and prime minister to foster a culture of creativity and innovation and to invest in national talent. During the session, the minister emphasized that the rapid transformation within the media landscape place a significant responsibility on Arab media institutions. This responsibility extends beyond merely keeping pace with technological developments to actively engage in their utilization shaping their impact thereby contributing to the development of a competitive Arab media sector. He noted that recent regional developments have highlighted the vital role of national media and keeping up with unfolding events and changes. These developments have underscored the necessity of presenting information, facts and context to the public with a high degree of professionalism and responsibility. He further emphasized that current challenges necessitates enhancing media coordination among Arab nations to bolster the presence of Arab issues and stances on both regional and international stages. The minister emphasized that building an Arab media sector with greater presence and influence relies on investing in media talent and developing their capabilities as well as creating content capable of engaging the world through an open approach and modern tools. He also highlighted the importance of proactively presenting regional issues from a credible fact-based Arab perspective, thereby helping to shape information and responsible Arab narrative while mitigating the impact of misinformation and polarization. He noted Bahin's support for advancing media cooperation across the Gulf and the Arab world and for leveraging joint institutions and frameworks to enhance coordination and the exchange of knowledge and expertise. The minister participated in the panel discussion alongside minister of information of Syria Dr. Khaled Desar, Minister of State for Information of Egypt Adwan and a Minister of Government Communication and Government Spokesperson of Jordan Dr. Muhammad Al- Muani. On the sidelines of his participation in the Arab Media Summit 2026, the Minister of Information Dr. bin Abdul Na met with the chairman of the National Media Office, chairman of the UAE Media Council, Sheikh Abdullah bin Muhammad bin Alhammed. The minister of information emphasized the depth of the strong fraternal ties between Bahrain and the UAE and the continuous development and growth witnessed in various fields thanks to the support and attention afforded by the leaderships of both countries. He also praised the deep rooted ties and close cooperation between the two countries in the media sector. A number of topics of mutual interest were also discussed along with ways to strengthen coordination between media organization in both countries thereby contributing to the achievement of shared goals and aspirations. The national cyber security center launched asked amna the first digital assistant for cyber security awareness in bahin. The digital assistance provides practical and simplified guidance to help various segments of society deal with more safely with cyber security risk and challenges in their daily lives. The groundbreaking initiative launched from the kingdom redefineses the concept of digital awareness opening a new avenue for secure direct communication with AI. Amna is no longer just a closed technical service, but it has become a smart companion that speaks the language of the people, guiding users step by step through a fast-paced digital world and transforming complex infrastruct or instructions into an engaging and easy to follow dialogue. This innovative multilingual service acts as a watchful eye providing users with a security as at the click of a button. From answering specific cyber security questions to verifying the reli relatability or rel reliability of web links before opening them, this interactive character crowns the efforts of the Al Bashid family initiative available on the official website of National Cyber Security Center under the slogan cyber security awareness in a way is a way of life. Kuwait's minister of higher education and scientific research Dr. Bernad al Jalal visited Arabian Gulf University where he was received by university president Dr. Sad Al. During the visit, Al Jalal was briefed on the university's history, academic programs and facilities. He also met with Kuwaiti students enrolled there and listened to their future aspirations and their educational experience. AU president gave a presentation on the university's history and reviewed the academic programs offered by the college of medicine and health sciences and the college of education, administrative and technical sciences, praising the role played by Kuwait in supporting the university's development since its founding and the excellence of Kuwaiti graduates in the various specialized fields at the university. The Kuwaiti minister was also briefed on the King Abdullahbin Abdazi Medical City project and the significant contribution it represents to the university's health education and training system. AGU president explained that the 2025 2026 academic year saw the publication of 497 scientific and research papers and that 76% of the published research appeared in the first and second quarters underscoring the quality of the university scientific output and growing research presence. The Kuwaiti minister was further briefed on the phases of the cent's expansion and its role in supporting the educational process, contributing to improving the effectiveness of health education outcomes and enhancing the quality of healthcare. As part of government efforts to enhance and re-engineer the quality of services, the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Wak has developed the service for issuing a disclosure certificate for the persons against whom enforcement is sought as part of the applications available through the national portal. Heat. Heat. [music] Heat. Heat. [music] >> [music] [music] >> The regional workshop on responsible AI. I governance in Arab countries organized by the National Institution for Human Rights in cooperation with the Arab Network of National Human Rights Institutions and the United Nations Development Program concluded after two days. The workshop was also in a partnership with the Arab Organization for Information and Communication Technologies. The sessions examined national experiences in AI governance, the development of a comprehensive Arab framework and mechanisms to monitor responsible AI governance, including indicators, reporting and accountability tools. The sessions concluded with a review of the key outcomes of the topics addressed as well as a discussion of the next practical steps to promote responsible governance of AI in Arab countries alongside the mechanisms to boost ongoing cooperation and capacity building. As part of the government's efforts to improve the quality of services and re-engineer them, the Supreme Council for Environment developed the customs clearance application for the export and import of shipment services which is now provided entirely online. Heat. Heat. [music] >> [music] >> Mah International Airport has secured three awards at the 2026 Skyras World Airport Award as passenger traffic return to normal levels while continuing to maintain high standards of service quality and operational efficiency. More in this report. New achievements are enhancing Bahrain International Airport status on the global aviation map following its win of three awards at the 2026 Kitrax World Airport Awards underlining the high quality of services provided to passengers its operational efficiency and its ongoing efforts to enhance the travel experience. Bahrain International Airport was also named world's best airport receiving 5 to 10 million passengers for the second consecutive year. best airport staff in the Middle East for the fourth time and cleanest airport in the Middle East for the second consecutive year. According to Bahrain Airport Company, these achievements reflect the effectiveness of the strategy aimed at enhancing the airport's competitiveness through investing in human resources, developing services and facilities, and maintaining smooth operations and consistent service levels as passenger traffic returns to normal levels. The Skyras World Airport Awards are based on an annual global customer satisfaction survey evaluating the passenger experience across key airport services and facilities. These results underscore Bahrain International Airport's ongoing efforts to enhance the travel experience and strengthen its role as a gateway connecting Bahrain to the world.