Bahrain proud of Bahraini women’s ‘achievements’

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Kingdom of Bahrain yesterday participated in the celebrations of International Women’s Day, which falls on March 8 annually.

This year focuses on the theme “Women in the Leadership Ranks: Achieving a Future of Equality in the World of COVID-19”, in line with the main theme of the 65th session of the Commission on the Status of Women: “Women In Public Life, and Equal Participation in Decision-making.” Thanks to the wise approach of His Majesty the King and the initiatives of the Supreme Council for Women in partnership with the legislative, executive and judicial authorities, private sector institutions and civil society, Bahrain was able to provide a role model in supporting the advancement of women and the exercise of their political, economic and societal rights.

On this global occasion, Bahrain is proud of the achievements of Bahraini women and their long history in the fields of education, health, work and civil society, and their journey full of giving in achieving family and societal stability.

‘The esteemed government has devoted concrete attention to providing the necessary environment for the participation of women in the development process, based on the directives of His Majesty and the basic foundations contained in the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain, which affirmed the achievement of equality and non-discrimination between men and women.” – Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani “What Bahraini women have achieved comes as a result of HRH Princess Sabeeka’s support for Bahraini women, as they are now a major partner in the national work process.

Bahraini women have proven their ability and competence to hold the highest positions.” – MP Bassem Al Maliki “What Bahraini women received today is the support and empowerment of His Majesty the King, such as a new and qualitative historical start that enable them to achieve real gains.

It reflects the successful efforts of the Kingdom of Bahrain in various development sectors in which women have an abundant share of participation in nation-building.” – MP Abdul Razzaq Hattab “The support accorded by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to Bahraini women have given them a chance to realise their ambitions in building the kingdom’s modern history.

The well-recognised contributions of Bahraini women in various fields have made them a model to emulate throughout the world.” – Chancellor Osama Ahmed Al Asfoor, Shura Council Secretary-General “I am very pleased that DANAT has bridged the gender gap.

The diversity of the talented DANAT team is our greatest asset as it brings more perspectives to the table and ensures creative problem-solving.

Therefore, empowering women to succeed is also empowering businesses to succeed by utilising the full spectrum of the teams’ creative talents.” – DANAT Chief Executive Officer Noora Jamsheer “What has been achieved by Bahraini women since the establishment of the Council under the leadership of Her Highness is a cause for pride, and a matter that reflects great interest to advance women’s cause.” – Nouf Abdul Rahman Jamsheer, Chief Executive of the Urban Planning and Development Authority