Gudaibiya:Gudaibiya Palace His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, presided over the weekly Cabinet Meeting at Gudaibiya Palace, where significant national initiatives and achievements were discussed.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Cabinet highlighted His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa's keynote address inaugurating the fifth session of the sixth legislative term of the Shura Council and the Council of Representatives. His Majesty's commendation of the government's response to recent regional developments and his confidence in future plans were also noted.
The Cabinet expressed its commitment to implementing His Majesty's directives through effective plans and initiatives aimed at strengthening cooperation with the Legislative Authority, enhancing Bahrain's investment environment, supporting energy sustainability, and improving food and water security. Additionally, preparations for Bahrain's future Economic Vision were discussed, focusing on linking the economy with societal and developmental aspirations.
In recognition of the late Isa bin Salman's legacy, the Cabinet welcomed the designation of the coming year as the "Year of Isa bin Salman" and tasked relevant authorities with implementing this Royal directive. The Cabinet also noted the announcement of "Day of Pledge and Loyalty" on June 1st as an annual national occasion and public holiday, symbolizing national unity.
The Cabinet acknowledged Bahrain's Tier 1 Status in the US Department of State's annual Trafficking in Persons Report for the ninth consecutive year. This achievement reflects the Kingdom's commitment to safeguarding rights and justice, guided by His Majesty the King's vision. The Ministry of Interior and other entities were commended for their efforts in maintaining this status.
Bahraini engineers were congratulated on Bahraini Engineers' Day for their contributions to national development. The Cabinet strongly condemned the ongoing terrorist attacks by the Iranian-backed Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia, extending condolences to several nations affected by a recent attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport.
The Cabinet approved several key memorandums, including a draft decision on municipal councils and labour market indicators, which showed substantial progress towards employment and training targets for Bahrainis by the end of the third quarter of 2026. Additionally, reports from the Education and Training Quality Authority and responses to proposals from the Council of Representatives were endorsed.
Further discussions included outcomes from various international and regional collaborations and events, such as the Innovation in the Social Housing Sector Conference, joint ministerial meetings, and participation in global forums focused on food security, energy markets, and occupational safety. These engagements underscore Bahrain's active role on the international stage.