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Finance Minister lauds Bahraini women’s status

TDT | Manama

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Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa has underlined the pioneering role of the Supreme Council for Women, under the presidency of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty the King, in advancing Bahraini women at all levels.

He stressed the Council’s efforts in achieving the aspirations of HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, pointing out the support of the government led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

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Minister Shaikh Salman was speaking as he received SCW Secretary General, Hala Al Ansari, congratulating her on the 20th anniversary of the Council and commending its pioneering role in boosting the status of Bahraini women.

He also reviewed with the SCW Secretary General the Bahraini model in the field of equal opportunities and gender balance.

Discussions also focused on a wide range of issues, including the SCW’s role in integrating women’s needs in development, in addition to the indices of the national plan to empower Bahraini women.

Al Ansari expressed sincere thanks and appreciation to the Minister for his cooperation and keenness to support SCW and Bahraini women.