Quality education for Bahrainis top priority: HRH Prince Salman

TDT | Manama  

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, emphasised that investing in Bahraini citizens remains a top priority and that government efforts focus on educational excellence to make them a first choice in the job market.

He said that His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s commitment to educational reforms has spurred government initiatives and programmes that strive for educational excellence across the Kingdom.

HRH Prince Salman was speaking as he affirmed the importance of strengthening quality education for all citizens to achieve the Kingdom’s far-reaching educational goals. The Minister of Finance and National Economy, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, HE Hamad bin Faisal Al Malki, and the Minister of Education, HE Dr Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, also attended the meeting.

His Royal Highness noted that education is a core pillar for the Kingdom’s development because it helps build qualified professionals that meet the standards of the national labour market.

He congratulated the outstanding students in public schools and noted the diligence of the administrative and educational staff in ensuring pupils receive the best educational standards in the Kingdom.

Student excellence HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister encouraged the schools to continue offering a respected academic and educational environment that reinforces student excellence.

His Royal Highness thanked the Ministry of Education for contributing to the development and progress of the Kingdom and its people. He affirmed the importance of adopting modern technology, artificial intelligence, and innovative solutions to keep pace with global developments and enhance educational creativity, in line with the Kingdom’s educational aspirations.

The principals of the top public schools expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to meet with His Royal Highness and their appreciation for his commitment to supporting educational development.