Manama:Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister, inaugurated the Conference on Engineering and Innovation for Sustainable Food Security. The event was organized by the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture in cooperation with the Bahrain Society of Engineers and held alongside the Bahrain International Production Show "Mara'ee 2026".
According to Bahrain News Agency, Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah emphasized the Kingdom's focus on enhancing food security as a key national priority supporting sustainable development. This commitment aligns with the comprehensive development goals led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
The Deputy Prime Minister elaborated on the integrated system of policies and programs aimed at achieving sustainable food security. These initiatives focus on developing agricultural and livestock production, resource management efficiency, infrastructure, human capacities, and expanding the investment base. This integrated approach ensures the food system's efficiency and adaptability to changing circumstances.
Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah highlighted Bahrain's successful national initiatives to increase food availability, encourage investment in food industries, and diversify supply sources. These efforts have proven effective in meeting domestic needs and expanding opportunities for vital sectors to contribute to the national economy.
The Deputy Prime Minister also noted the importance of strengthening coordination among relevant entities, expanding partnerships with academic and research institutions and the private sector, and leveraging scientific expertise and modern technologies. These efforts aim to develop the food production system and advance investment opportunities, thereby reinforcing long-term sustainability.
Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah praised the collaboration between the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture and the Bahrain Society of Engineers in organizing the conference, describing it as an exemplary model of public sector and civil society cooperation.
Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, expressed gratitude to His Majesty the King for supporting comprehensive development and to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for efforts to develop economic and productive sectors and strengthen public-private partnerships.
Minister Al Mubarak also thanked the Deputy Prime Minister for inaugurating the conference, highlighting Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah's support for initiatives that enhance the sustainability of food production. He noted that organizing the conference alongside "Mara'ee 2026" adds significant value by strengthening the exhibition's scientific and research dimensions and providing opportunities to showcase the latest technologies and practices in agricultural and livestock production.