Bahrain leads GCC work on joint anti-corruption coordination
Sep 15, 2026
Bahrain chaired a GCC undersecretaries meeting reviewing a joint strategy, private-sector integrity and preparations for the next ministerial committee.
Politics
Bahrain tightens public fundraising licensing and penalties
Sep 6, 2026
Three ministerial decisions create a licensing office, define offences and allow fines up to BHD10,000.
Bahrain joins Arab League review of trade, finance and development
Sep 5, 2026
The ministerial council prepared the economic and social file for the next Arab Summit and reviewed regional integration initiatives.
Bahrain reintroduces mukhtars for community coordination
Sep 4, 2026
The updated local framework places mukhtars under governors to identify needs and support social cohesion and safety.
Bahrain re-engineers 143 services across 22 entities
Sep 3, 2026
The programme shortened processing times and digitised services including work-permit renewal and waqf-property leasing.
Bahrain Parliament prepares final legislative session
Sep 2, 2026
Lawmakers are expected to address the state budget, corporate tax, SME finance, a building law and a vacant deputy-speaker post.
Bahrain housewives' welfare bill returns to Parliament
Aug 22, 2026
MPs will reconsider a proposal after the government raised questions over means-testing, equality and fiscal cost.
Bahrain sets licence-free wireless-device rules
Aug 22, 2026
New rules cover common short-range and low-power technologies while preserving type approval and interference controls.
Bahrain and India seek deeper parliamentary cooperation
Aug 15, 2026
Bahrain's parliamentary leaders called for stronger coordination with India's two chambers and at Asian and international forums.
Bahrain calls for UN action after Strait of Hormuz attack
Aug 15, 2026
Bahrain condemned the attack on two ADNOC tankers and asked the UN Security Council for deterrent measures protecting navigation.
Bahrain chairs GCC justice cooperation meeting
Aug 13, 2026
Bahrain chaired a GCC meeting focused on cross-border judicial cooperation, electronic notices and cybercrime rules.
Bahrain MPs help shape joint Arab parliamentary positions
Jun 24, 2026
Bahraini lawmakers joined preparatory talks in Cairo on Arab sovereignty, Palestinian rights and digital privacy ahead of a conference of parliamentary leaders. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain legislative committee reports 91 percent completion rate
Jun 6, 2026
Parliament's Legislative and Legal Affairs Committee said it completed 91 percent of its workload during the fourth ordinary session. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain Parliament reviews constitutional social guarantees
Jun 4, 2026
Lawmakers advanced proposed constitutional amendments addressing employment priority for citizens, free healthcare and the state's housing responsibilities. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain delays by-elections for vacant parliamentary seats
May 14, 2026
Parliament's Speaker said vacant constituencies would be managed under existing constitutional and organisational rules without immediate by-elections. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain King praises executive-legislative cooperation
May 11, 2026
King Hamad received the leadership of both legislative chambers and highlighted coordination between Parliament, the Shura Council and the executive branch. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain reorganises Finance and National Economy Ministry
Mar 1, 2026
A royal decree restructured the finance ministry around debt management, fiscal policy, shared services, economic planning and competitiveness. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain tightens oversight of external auditors
Mar 1, 2026
A new law strengthened licensing, professional standards and accountability for external auditors operating in Bahrain. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain updates advertising law and enforcement powers
Mar 1, 2026
Bahrain modernised its advertising rules by updating definitions, licensing procedures, inspection authority and penalties for unlawful activity. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain legislature reviews Gaza Board of Peace outcomes
Feb 25, 2026
The leaders of Bahrain's two legislative chambers met the foreign minister to examine the kingdom's role in a new international framework for Gaza peace and reconstruction. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain modernises National Qualifications Framework
Feb 18, 2026
A new edict approved updated general policies for Bahrain's National Qualifications Framework and replaced earlier rules governing qualification and programme review. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain creates dedicated Child Protection Affairs Directorate
Jan 28, 2026
Bahrain amended the structure of the Ministry of Social Development to establish a dedicated directorate for child protection affairs. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain strengthens Parliament's internal financial accountability
Jan 27, 2026
A new law introduced a formal timetable and review process for the audited final accounts of Bahrain's Council of Representatives. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain updates Occupational Safety and Health Council
Jan 22, 2026
A prime ministerial edict revised the composition of Bahrain's Occupational Safety and Health Council to reflect the responsibilities of labour, civil defence, environmental and worker institutions. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
Bahrain reorganises senior leadership at Prime Minister's Office
Jan 13, 2026
A royal decree reassigned senior responsibilities in the Prime Minister's Office, changing leadership for coordination, research and project functions. Independent political reporting and analysis from Bahrain.
