Accra:The Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, has announced a collaborative effort with the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) to enhance access to cultural and heritage sites throughout the Kingdom of Bahrain.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the initiative focuses on developing sustainable mobility solutions that would connect cultural destinations to the public transport network. This includes creating sustainable cultural routes and coordinating transport services during cultural seasons and events to ensure better accessibility for citizens, residents, and tourists.
The minister emphasized the importance of collaboration between government entities to support national development priorities and to promote cultural and heritage destinations as key components of the national identity.
Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, President of BACA, stated that this coordination would aid in cultural and transport planning, thereby improving access to cultural sites and events. He also mentioned that both entities will continue to work together to identify joint projects and initiatives that integrate cultural destination management with transport solutions, enhancing visitor experiences while preserving the historical and architectural integrity of heritage sites.