HRH Princess Sabeeka expresses deep gratitude for congratulations, support on SCW’s anniversary

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), has expressed her deep gratitude to all well-wishers on the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Council.

“The congratulations we received on the anniversary of the Royal Order establishing the Supreme Council for Women 20 years ago have had the best effect on us,” HRH Princess Sabeeka said in a statement.

“We are particularly proud of the good wishes, impressions and feelings that those congratulations have conveyed. We thank everyone who joined us in marking this auspicious occasion that is dear to our hearts, with its high moral value. It is a national milestone that holds a special significance within the comprehensive development process full of achievements during the reign of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.”

HRH Princess Sabeeka praised the great interaction of official, private, civil and media institutions that voiced support for Bahraini women and demonstrated responsibilities towards the evolving status of women.

The facts and figures they regularly publish show the extent of change and development of women's participation in the Kingdom of Bahrain, she added.

The commitment of these institutions is also clear in their programs, initiatives, plans and policies as they endeavor to achieve the required balance and reduce gaps that may affect the integration of women’s and family needs into national legislation and within government policies and their participation in societal affairs, she said.

HRH Princess Sabeeka reiterated the Council’s commitment to its institutional approach based on the values of justice, partnership and competitiveness that Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 seeks to achieve with the highest levels of prosperity for Bahraini families under the focus and care of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, who is exerting sincere and commendable efforts, to ensure Bahraini women are today among the highest government priorities.

HRH Princess Sabeeka also expressed her deep appreciation to the honorable women of Bahrain who are doing their utmost to carry out their national responsibilities and family duties in the best way.