UAE pledges financial assistance for Bahrain
Submitted by Sukhbir Dhillon on Fri, 03/04/2011 - 08:32
Stability in neighbor countries is a key parameter for peace and growth of UAE, expressed United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan while pledging every possible support to the troubled Bahrain. Bahrain is facing tough period amid folks raised swords against the rulers, posing a great threat to nation’s security and stability.
UAE urges Bahrainis to respond to talk offer
Submitted by Ahmed Mansoor on Mon, 02/21/2011 - 18:55
The Foreign Minister of UAE, Shaikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan has urged the Bahraini people to respond the invitation of the Bahrain Crown Prince. Earlier the Bahrain Crown Prince Shaikh Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa has asked the people to join for dialogue to resolve issues peacefully.
GFH Plans to Erect Syrian Islamic Investment Unit for $326 Million
Submitted by Faarooq Mehmood on Sun, 03/07/2010 - 14:39
Plans of setting up a $326 Million unit in Syria, Bahrain's Gulf Finance House intends to come up with Islamic investment bank in order to elevate revenues in a banking market which is almost unused.
This investment bank is intended to get fee income in a year. Local investors will fund 10% while GFH along with other financial bodies will offer 60% of funds for the budding bank. It was stated that Approval from the Central Bank is anticipated and the remaining 30% of Syria Finance House in an IPO will be proposed to the public.
Leaders mourn demise of Al Nahyan
Submitted by Sadik Al Rumaithi on Sat, 02/27/2010 - 18:17His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain has expressed shock over the sudden demise of Shaikh Mubarak bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, father of Shaikh Nahyan bin Mubarak, Shaikh Hamdan bin Mubarak.
In his condolence message to President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday, he termed Al Nahyan as a visionary and a great leader.
Bahraini competencies hailed by HRH Premier
Submitted by Sadik Al Rumaithi on Tue, 01/26/2010 - 21:04
Today, His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa expressed his happiness for Bahraini competencies in economic, industrial and educational fields. He said at his court today, in the presence of senior officials, scholars and clerics that they are used to such boundless dedication for the sake of the nation and its prosperity.
2 Deals worth $1 billion done at first Bahrain Airshow
Submitted by Faarooq Mehmood on Tue, 01/26/2010 - 20:54
During the first Bahrain International Air Show (BIAS), SALES agreements worth over $1 billion (BD378 million) were signed.
The grand three-day show at the Sakhir Airbase, which ended on Saturday, was attended by some 30,000 visitors.
Farnborough International Limited (FIL), which coordinated the event in partnership with Civil Aviation Affairs for the Kingdom of Bahrain, released the figures.
Bahrain International Airshow concludes with great success
Submitted by Sadik Al Rumaithi on Tue, 01/26/2010 - 20:46
Saturday witnessed the conclusion of the inaugural Bahrain International Airshow 2010, organized by Civil Aviation Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
