National Action Charter opened doors for modern Bahrain!

TDT | Manama

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In a statement, the Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs said, “HM the King presented an advanced philosophy for reform through his reform project.” He noted that the Charter has contributed to the Kingdom’s comprehensive growth, earning Bahrain international respect.

“The National Action Charter opened all doors for young people to engage in the process of construction and modernization in Bahrain, as they are the real asset and hope for the future,” Shaikh Nasser added.

HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) and President of Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), said, “The NAC anniversary will remain engraved in the memory of all Bahraini people.” Shaikh Khalid also hailed the wide-ranging development strides led by HM the King.

Electricity and Water Affairs Minister, Wael bin Nasser Al-Mubarak, said, “NAC anniversary is an opportunity to recall with pride the great cohesion between the leadership and the people.” Al-Mubarak stressed that the national project had widened horizons of Bahrain in the political, social, cultural, media and service fields.

“NAC reflects the insightful and strategic vision of His Majesty King Hamad in developing Bahrain into a modern and civil state,” Dr Mohammed Mubarak bin Dainah, the Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, and Chief Executive of the Supreme Council for Environment (SCE) said. Chief Executive of the Social Insurance Organisation (SIO), Imen Mustafa Al Merbati, said, “The charter reflects the most wonderful image of renewable cohesion between the people and the leadership.”

Al Merbati affirmed that the NAC anniversary is a great national occasion to reassert the spirit of national unity and adherence to the national fundamentals and achievements brought about in the prosperous era of HM the King.

Sheikh Ahmed bin Ali bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Muharraq Club, said, “NAC represents a qualitative leap in the development march of Bahrain.” “The Charter changed the historical face of Bahrain,” said Nouf Abdul Rahman Jamsheer, the Chief Executive of the Urban Planning and Development Authority.

Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the Minister of Finance and National Economy hailed the day as a “shining milestone in the history of Bahrain”. “The National Action Charter is a model to be emulated and a path that paved the way for a new phase in progress and prosperity,” he added.

Sheikh Khalid bin Ali Al Khalifa, the Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, said, “since the launch of the pioneering reform, the Kingdom has witnessed at all levels a modern renaissance.” “The charter was not just a document for a specific time, but a national, civilized and future project that started from a wise vision,” said Fawzia bint Abdullah Zainal, the speaker of the House of Representatives.

She expressed great pride in the progress, development and active presence of Bahraini women in all fields, reflecting the National Action Charter.

House of Representative said the Charter represented the “popular will” and was one of the most prominent achievements of the Kingdom.

MPs called on all to continue to preserve the authentic national identity, the cohesion of the GCC system, joint Arab and Islamic action, human principles and concepts.

Mohamed Ali Al-Qaed, the Chief Executive Officer of the Information and eGovernment Authority, said, “The Charter is the most prominent achievements of Bahrain” highlighting the gains of Kingdom in digital transformation.

Bahrain now provides more than 500 electronic services through ‘bahrain.bh’, the national portal, he added.

Ali bin Saleh Al-Saleh, the Chairman of the Shura Council, said, “The Charter defined Bahrain’s cultural and historical identity, set the basic foundations for the state and society, shaped Bahrain’s Gulf, Arab and international relations, and paved the way for a democratic march.” “The legislative authority has proven that it has been a means for popular participation in decision-making,” he affirmed, pointing out the success of the bicameral parliamentary system in Bahrain.

Shaikh Hamad bin Isa bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, the National Action Charter Monument Director-General, said, “Since its inauguration in 2010, the monument hosted several celebrations of major national occasions, out of its keenness to assume its national role, and achieve the goals of its establishment, based on HM the King’s directives.” Ombudsman Nawaf Mohammed Al-Ma’awda described the charter as a “defining moment in the modern history of Bahrain, which paved the way for landmark political, economic, development and social strides.”

Arab Parliament Speaker Adel Abdulrahman Al-Asoomi described the NAC anniversary as a source of pride which inspires the values of belonging and loyalty to the homeland and HM the King.

Adviser for Media Affairs at the Crown Prince’s Court, Isa bin Abdulrahman Al Hammadi, said, “Bahrainis have every right to be proud of all the achievements and gains made in light of the comprehensive development process led by HM King Hamad over the past two decades.”

HM King also received congratulations from HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al-Khalifa, the National Guard Commander General, Shaikh Salman bin Abdulla bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, the Survey and Land Registration Bureau (SLRB) President, Chairman of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the Deputy Prime Minister, Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, the Royal Court Minister, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, the Minister of Interior, Ahdia Ahmed Al Sayed, the President of the Bahrain Journalists Association, Member of the Shura Council, Sheikh Jawad Bouhsain, Ghazi Al Rahma, a member of the Foreign Affairs, Defense and National Security Committee in the House of Representatives, Bassem bin Yaqoub Al Hamar, the Minister of Housing, Sheikh Dr Abdul Latif Al Mahmoud, the Chairman of the Islamic Society, Counselor Nawaf Abdullah Hamzah, Dr Jawaher Shaheen Al-Madhki, CEO of the Education and Training Quality Authority, Ali bin Mohammed Al Rumaihi, Information Affairs Minister and several others.

NAC in English

The National Action Charter is now available in English language, thanks to Bahrain Institute for Political Development. The book, BIPD said, is available for download on its website bipd.org. BIPD said the English version help people explore the Charter in detail and the values of Bahraini society. “The Charter throws light on the system of governance, social consensus and the principles that govern the political process in the Kingdom,” said the Institute in a statement.