Ombudsman Office hailed for promoting rights and justice

TDT | Manama    

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Minister Nawaf bin Mohammed Al Maawda praised the establishment of the Ombudsman Office as a significant step towards institutionalising work that ensures the respect of human rights and upholds justice and the rule of law.

Al Maawda delivered a speech yesterday at the opening ceremony of the international conference organised by the Office of the Ombudsman, under the theme “the Effectiveness of Ombudsman within the Institutional Work and Their Role in Promoting Respect for Human Rights “, marking its 10th anniversary.

He highlighted Bahrain’s commitment to human rights and its efforts to become a leader in respecting these values, both at the regional and Arab levels.

He emphasised that Bahrain’s comprehensive development process, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and supported by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, guarantees full rights for citizens and residents.

The two-day conference was attended by ministers, heads of national government agencies, ombudsman offices, and representatives from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Arab countries.

Congaratulations

Minister Al Maawda commended Ombudswoman Ghada Hameed Habib as the first woman to hold such a position and congratulated all the directors and staff of Bahrain’s Office of the Ombudsman on their achievements.

He emphasised the importance of the Ombudsman Office in responding to the challenges faced by institutions in upholding justice and equity, which are vital for individuals and societies.

The conference aimed to provide a platform for ombudsman offices from around the world to discuss and exchange ideas on their work, covering historical aspects, standards, and practices that govern their mandates.

It also facilitated communication and cooperation between stakeholders, academics, and officials.

Ombudswoman Ghada said that the establishment of the Office of the Ombudsman in Bahrain was closely related to the kingdom’s deep-rooted civilised values, culminating in HM the King’s comprehensive development process, supported by HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.