Bahrain marks National Action Charter’s 21st anniversary today

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain today celebrates the 21st anniversary of the National Charter. On 14 February 2001, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Royal Decree No. 6 for 2001 on the establishment of the “Activation of the National Action Charter Commission” with a mandate to review all national laws and propose the necessary amendments and mechanisms to implement the National Action Charter, following its approval by a sweeping majority.

It ushered in a new era of political and democratic reform within a modern constitutional monarchy, the rule of law based on justice and transparency, the separation of legislative, executive and judicial powers and their cooperation by the Constitution.

Democratic achievements, human rights freedoms and integrated development have emanated from the National Action Charter.

The Charter and the ensuing Constitution also resulted in guaranteeing public and personal freedoms and equal rights and duties, freedom of political, social, educational, cultural, professional associations and trade unions, the consolidation of economic freedom, the diversification of the sources of income, and the protection of the environment and wildlife.

Quadrennial parliamentary and municipal elections have been held regularly since 2002 in full integrity and transparency under judicial supervision and with a high turnout.

The successful presence of Bahraini women in all democracy entitlements is a tribute to their political empowerment.