‘UNIDO award shows decades of efforts’

Vienna : The UNIDO awardis a result of decades of work that ensured a better future for women, youth and entrepreneurs, said Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

This came as the Crown Prince met Li Yong, Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO). The meeting was held on the sidelines of the UNIDO 2016 Expo, which marks the 50th anniversary of the organisation’s establishment. 

Prince Salman is attending the expo as a guest of honour on behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. 

The Crown Prince welcomed UNIDO’s recognition of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s global role in delivering economic empowerment for youth and women.

During the meeting, the Crown Prince highlighted Bahrain’s commitment to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals.

Prince Salman also lauded the establishment of the UNIDO Investment and Technology Promotion Office in Bahrain that is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. 

The Crown Prince went on to congratulate the UNIDO Director General on the celebration of the organisation’s 50th anniversary, and highlighted the UNIDO’s achievements through its promotion of industrial development in developing and transitional countries.

The Crown Prince emphasised Bahrain’s enduring commitment to playing a pioneering role in economic empowerment. 

For his part, the UNIDO Director General expressed his appreciation for the leading role Bahrain has played in supporting UNIDO initiatives. He went on to highlight HM the King’s commitment to the economic empowerment of women, youth and entrepreneurs. 

In this regard, Yong also paid tribute to the unwavering efforts of Tamkeen in supporting the implementation of the Bahrain Model for Economic Empowerment, and expressed his keenness to develop further partnerships with Bahrain in the future.