Manama: Bahraini daily newspapers today focused on local events that happened over the past 24 hours.
According to Bahrain News Agency, His Majesty the King has received additional cables from Bahraini families, affirming their loyalty and support. Meanwhile, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister held a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada. He also welcomed the heads of delegations for the 167th Meeting of the GCC Ministerial Council and the third Gulf-Canada Joint Ministerial Meeting for Strategic Dialogue. Additionally, HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister extended congratulations to the Prime Minister of the Republic of India.
HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman attended the closing ceremony of the 2025-2026 horseracing season. In matters of defense, the Bahrain Defence Force General Command reported the successful interception of missiles and drones by air defense systems. The Deputy Prime Minister chaired the 306th Ministerial Committee for Development Projects and Infrastructure meeting. The Commander-in-Chief received the UK Assistant Defence Chief for Operations, while the National Guard Commander met with both the Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan and the Director General of the Inter-Services Intelligence of Pakistan.
The 167th Ministerial Council meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in Bahrain issued a statement, and Bahrain presented a document aimed at enhancing coordination and integration among GCC member states. The Foreign Minister chaired the GCC-Canada Strategic Dialogue ministerial meeting and engaged in discussions with the Japanese Ambassador, the US Representative to the United Nations, and the IISS Middle East Executive Director.
In the industrial sector, the Industry Minister inaugurated the Bahrain-Hungary Industrial Partnership Forum. The Housing Minister attended the commencement of construction for 44 housing units in Salman City. The Education Minister recognized sponsors, partners, and organizing teams of school sports competitions and championships. The Oil Minister met with the US Permanent Representative to the UN, and the Tourism Minister held discussions with the BCCI Chairman. Additionally, the Social Development Ministry announced developments in social security services.