McLaren's Historic Victory at Bahrain International Circuit Celebrated by Cabinet

TDT | Manama

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His Excellency Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, the Deputy Prime Minister, today chaired the weekly Cabinet Meeting at Gudaibiya Palace.

The Cabinet extended its congratulations to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, on the occasion of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s successful hosting of the 2025 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix, and on McLaren’s victory in the race at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) -its first in Bahrain since the Kingdom joined the Formula 1 calendar in 2004.

The Cabinet highlighted the outstanding organisation of the 21st edition of the event, which reflects the Kingdom’s standing as a host of premier international sporting events. This accomplishment builds on the Kingdom’s vast achievements at the BIC over the past 21 years.

The Cabinet commended the relentless efforts of the national workforce from the Ministry of Interior and the BIC, as well as several government authorities, which facilitated the success of the world-class sporting event.

The Cabinet expressed its gratitude to motorsport fans in the Kingdom of Bahrain and abroad for their enthusiastic participation and support.

The Cabinet commended His Royal Highness’s attendance at the “Concordia” Unveiling Event, a monumental stained-glass artwork by internationally acclaimed artist Sir Brian Clarke. The Cabinet reiterated the Kingdom’s commitment to developing Bahrain International Airport by enhancing its competitiveness. The artwork enhances the airport’s aesthetic value and the experience of visitors and travellers by integrating art and culture into public spaces.

In this regard, the Cabinet welcomed the multiple international awards received by Bahrain International Airport in 2024-2025, including being recognised as the “World's Best Airport Serving 5–10 Million Passengers.”

The Cabinet welcomed the Kingdom's election as a member of the Arab Charter for Human Rights Committee, reflecting the trust of the League of Arab States members in the Kingdom's commitment to regional Human Rights and its progress under the National Human Rights Plan.

The Cabinet then discussed several memorandums during the meeting, approving the following:

1. A memorandum submitted by the Civil Service Council on restructuring several government agencies to improve efficiency.

2. A memorandum submitted by the Ministerial Committee for Financial and Economic Affairs and Fiscal Balance on the Kingdom’s contributions to regional and international organisations.

3. A memorandum from the Ministerial Committee for Legal and Legislative Affairs on a draft law amending the decree law regulating advertising.

4. A memorandum submitted by the Ministerial Committee for Legal and Legislative Affairs on a draft resolution naming the competent administrative body and minister responsible for cultural and artistic associations, clubs, and private cultural and artistic institutions, and defining their scope of work.

5. A memorandum submitted by the Ministerial Committee for Legal and Legislative Affairs on a draft resolution regulating navigation permits for visiting ships in Bahraini waters.

6. A memorandum submitted by the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture on the acquisition of real estate for public use, to provide necessary spaces for urban development.

7. A memorandum submitted by the Ministerial Committee for Legal and Legislative Affairs on the government’s response to four proposals presented by the Council of Representatives.

The Cabinet also reviewed the following:

1. The outcomes of the Minister of Foreign Affairs’s visit to the United States of America, including a meeting at the United Nations headquarters in New York, regarding the Kingdom of Bahrain’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2026–2027 term.

2. The outcomes of the Kingdom’s participation in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF 2025).

3. The outcomes of the visit programme for the Ministers of Municipal Affairs and Agriculture of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

4. The outcomes of the official visit of the Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs to the Italian Republic.

5. The outcomes of the 14th edition of the AIM Congress.