COMPLIMENTARY COPY SUNDAY, DECEMBER15,2019ISSUE336 Happy 48thNational Day tothegloriousKingdomofBahrainwithgoldenachievements Crown Prince, DeputySupreme CommanderAndFirst DeputyPrime Minister His Royal HighnessPrince KhalifaBinSalman AlKhalifa His Royal HighnessPrince Salman BinHamadAlKhalifa in 2019underthegreatleadershipof: King HamadBinIsaAlKhalifa We ShineTogether! The Prime Minister www.bahrainthisweek.com His Majesty Follow uson: IT’S TRULYLOCAL 2 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 bahrainthisweek GULF CUP 2019 BAHRAIN’S GOLDEN VICTORY AT THE

On December 8th, 2019, Bahrain won its holiday for all Universities, Public Saudi Arabia almost pulled ahead Olympic Committee (BOC) His Highness first Arabian Gulf Cup. A golden victory, and Private Schools, Kindergartens, of the match. A tense start with Saudi Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the journey was against tremendous and public offices were declared on Arabia’s Salem Al Dosari’s kick to the Education Minister Dr. Majid bin Ali Al odds yet finally surfacing victorious. Monday, December 9th, 2019 to mark edge of the box at 4 minutes and their Nuaimi, Minister of Youth and Sports 2000+ Bahrain fans were brought the historic achievement. captain, Salman Al Farag, missing a Affairs Ayman Tawfeeq Al-Moayed in by 11 commercial planes to support penalty around 12 minutes. and President of Bahrain Football the team during the finals. In front of Welcoming the Heroes However, through grit and Association Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al red-dressed rapturously cheering fans, A victory parade to celebrate Bahrain's perseverance, Bahrain pulled ahead Khalifa. Bahrain ends the nail-biting finals with Gulf Cup win was held from the late into the game and maintained HM the King gave a heart-warming a 1-0 score against Saudi Arabia. The Bahrain International Airport to the lead towards victory. Truly a speech congratulating the athletes win was a significant accomplishment the Bahrain International Circuit on show of Bahrain National Football and Bahrainis’ unfaltering support for as it is Bahrain’s first trophy on the Monday, December 9th, 2019. team’s skill, talent, and whole-hearted them. He concluded the speech with, Arabian Gulf Cup’s 50 years history. performance, enough to make every “We reiterate our congratulations to Mohammed Al Rumaihi, who plays The Youth and Sports Affairs Bahraini proud. everyone, and while we congratulate forward for the Bahrain National Ministry has invited all football fans to The victory brings many possibilities ourselves on our achievement, we also Football Team scored the winning point participate in the parade, which started to the team. Most important of all, a greet our brothers who participated at the game’s 69th minute. at 3:30 pm. The bus left the airport chance to qualify for the World Cup. in the Gulf Cup on the high level of and headed to Airport Avenue, Shaikh performance and competitiveness that Celebration Isa bin Salman Highway, King Faisal Praise by the King qualify them to participate in the most Bahrain turned to celebration late into Highway, Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman A ceremony was organized at the important international competitions. the night following the iconic win. Highway, Zallaq Highway, Gulf of National Action Charter Monument Thank you again, and we wish Bahraini Fans took to the streets honking car Bahrain Road, and then finally arrived by the Ministry of Youth and Sports football more opportunities for horns and showing off Bahrain’s flags at the BIC. Affairs, in cooperation with other excellence and achievement.” while on the roads. Shouts of victory The bus transporting the national ministries on December 11th, 2019. HH Shaikh Nasser also gave a and happiness were heard around the team showed off the much-coveted Greeted by a host of students on speech, commending the athletes for country as people took to the streets to trophy, with tens of thousands of arrival, HM the King was welcomed their sacrifice and thanking Bahrainis celebrate with fellow Bahrainis. Bahrainis and fans that proudly by his Representative for Charity for their support. He presented the “The achievement attained by saluted them and waved the red-and- Work and Youth Affairs, National Gulf trophy to HM the King who the Bahraini champions in this Gulf white Bahraini flag. Security Advisor and Chairman of the conferred the National Action Medal champion has brought joy to all the Supreme Council of Youth and Sports on the players in tribute for their great people of Bahrain and expatriates as Journey Matches (SCYS) His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin achievement. A commemorative photo well.” His Majesty King Hamad Bin Bahrain’s journey to the victory was Hamad Al Khalifa, SCYS First Deputy was taken for HM the King and the Isa Al Khalifa said. A declaration of tough. Chairman and President of Bahrain national football team. bahrainthisweek SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 3 I GOVERNMENT Bahrain.bh allows you to notarize legal documents 24/7 Notarizing legal documents is an essential service non-Muslims, and others. offered by the government, but it can be consider- The eService also allows for further enhance- ably time-consuming if not done online. Like with ment to the procedures, as all documents submit- many other legal transactions, you were previ- ted for notarization are verified through the use ously required to visit the designated offices in of a QR code, and all performances of private no- person to finalize your papers. However, there is taries are monitored and assessed by the Notary now an easier method. 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Organised by The Bahrain Thursday, 4 - 8 pm Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) a wide variety of programs for cultural celebrations mark the festive occasion across Bahrain National Museum will the Kingdom. host “Manama Doesn’t sleep” to commemorate their 31st anniversary. An exciting lineup of events embracing the energy of the city and Bahrain as a whole is over 12 hours long, and includes a variety of events, including music and dance shows, literary talks, fine art exhibits and more. from the Natural History Museum’s jasmine flowers, symbolising hope. 15 - 16 December 2019, 7 pm - 7 am unique marine fossil collections to 17 December 2019,Pearling Path bring the ancient seas to life. The Al Dhad Collage Workshop by artist Ali Squares – Muharraq, 10 am Bahrain National Theatre will have exhibition takes visitors on a journey AlBazzaz aims to celebrate the Arabic a musical performance will take the beneath the waves to meet the National Day celebrations in Zallaq language and the achievements made audience on a reminiscent journey amazing creatures that inhabited the springs organized by Medpoint. by Arabic writers and linguists by throughout the stages of Bahrain’s oceans 200 million years ago at a time incorporating visual art techniques into 15-21 December, Zallaq Springs, 4pm history, its origins, people and deeply- when dinosaurs ruled the land. the formation of the Arabic lettering. to 11pm rooted history, up until the rule of The use of different mediums such as 15 December 2019 - 16 March 2020 His Majesty the King’s prosperous The Sound & Light Show will have the paper, wood, fabrics and paint will Bahrain National Museum leadership. story of Bahrain as told by its most enable participants to add different Daily 10 am - 8 pm (closed on Tuesdays) 20 December 2019, 8 pm renowned site: Qal’at Al Bahrain. The textures and dimensions to traditional The weekly activity “Five P.M. at Bab” show is an interactive and moving calligraphy. Nourish your soul with the fruits in the heart of Bab AlBahrain, offers audio visual experience which takes the 18 December 2019,Art Centre,5 pm of Bahrain’s intangible heritage, visitors in the area diverse cultural audience through a guided journey from and enjoy the live Bahraini musical activities that represent the dynamics the present into the past, and back. performances of the Fijri tradition at of the venue and its historical value, Every Tuesday - Thursday – Friday, Dar Al Muharraq. This unique, mystical while targeting different age groups Qal’at Al Bahrain,6 pm English Version genre traces its roots back to the days through the designated space, which / 7 pm Arabic Version of the island’s glorious pearling legacy. is dedicated to practice creativity in its 7 December: Dar Shabab Al Hidd; 21 various forms. The annual celebration of World Arabic December: Ismaeel Dawas Band Every Thursday 5 pm Language Day at the Arab Regional Building 1068, Road 1617, Block 216 Centre for World Heritage. This year’s Muharraq, 8 pm On Martyr’s Day, artist Hala lecture revolves around the topic Artist in a School exhibition will Mohammed Al Khalifa will host a “Arabic Language and Science”. feature a number of talented students Coinciding with the National Day workshop for children inspired by 18 December 2019, 11 am from four public schools in the Kingdom celebrations, December Murals is an of Bahrain, under the initiative of the initiative that presents four murals in BACA, and in cooperation with the four different areas in Bahrain: Nabih Ministry of Education. Throughout Saleh, A’ali, Budayia and Manama. the efforts and dedication of four Through these initiatives, the artists accomplished Bahraini artists, Dr. transfer their signature works from Mayasa Al Suwaidi, Jamal Abdulrahim, the traditional media to permanent Areej Rajab and Mahmood AlShargawi, locations, where residents and visitors these artists have managed to embed can enjoy them. a sense of quality and sophisticated 21 December: Ali Hussain Merza in cultural creativity to the art curricula Budaiya Garden of Bahrain’s public schools. 12 pm - 4 pm 22 - 31 December 2019 Studio 244 - Arad Bay Protected Area Dive into the Jurassic brings together & Park, Opening 11 am, Sunday – immersive CGI films with replica casts bahrainthisweek SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 5 INSIDE BAHRAIN KHALIFA BIN SALMAN PORT CELEBRATES A DECADE OF CONTRIBUTION TO BAHRAIN'S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Khalifa Bin Salman Port, Hidd, Bahrain. APM Terminals Bahrain and Global, future ports, maritime and logistics said, "We are very proud today to celebrate The Kingdom’s only commercial port the maritime business community workforce with 64% of the workforce ten years of success with our partners at and one of the most efficient ports in and Government stakeholders, who being Bahraini nationals. APM Terminals. Khalifa Bin Salman Port the region, Khalifa Bin Salman Port celebrated the success of this public- KBSP today plays a pivotal role as a has significantly improved efficiencies of (KBSP) is celebrating ten years of private partnership. Over the past ten regional transportation hub, serving both the port and maritime industry, and with successful operations, as it continues to years, KBSP has witnessed stable growth the Kingdom and the wider region such 90% of goods coming through the port, it facilitate economic diversification in line across its various operations including as the eastern province of Saudi Arabia is an invaluable part of Bahrain's logistics' with Bahrain's 2030 economic vision. container volumes which have grown and the Northern Arabian Gulf; and has industry infrastructure. Over the past ten Transforming Bahrain's maritime sector with by 54%, RORO traffic by 27%, general also set technological benchmarks in years, we have seen major improvements increasing investments and transformations and bulk cargo by 87%, and served digitalizing and streamlining logistics and in safety and security, productivity and in port operations and logistical solutions, over 10,000 vessels which includes 357 port services. growth and we look forward to capitalizing KBSP has been contributing significantly cruise vessel calls that have collectively On 9th December 2018 APM Terminals on this further into the future." to boost the Kingdom's maritime trade brought 721,343 visitors to Bahrain. With Bahrain converted into a listed company Susan Hunter, CEO/Managing Director, business and industrial sectors. a 123% increase in the total import TEUs and got listed on Bahrain Bourse with APM Terminals Bahrain said, "As we The port's decade of achievements and 117% in total export TEUs, the port's 700+ shareholders, offering Bahrain’s celebrate a decade of partnership and was marked at a high-level event under annual throughput in 2018 was 432,432 community an opportunity to invest in growth, we're proud to be a part of the patronage of His Excellency Engineer TEU, which is 54% higher than the one of the Kingdom's national assets. KBSP's success story of transforming the Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, Minister of throughput recorded in its first full year His Excellency Engineer Kamal nation’s maritime and logistics sector and Transportation and Telecommunications, of operations. The port has also been a bin Ahmed Mohammed, Minister of contributing to Bahrain's economic and its attended by senior executives from platform to invest and cultivate Bahrain’s Transportation and Telecommunications people’s future."

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HIS MAJESTY KING HAMAD BIN ISA AL KHALIFA HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS PRINCE KHALIFA BIN SALMAN AL KHALIFA THE PRIME MINISTER HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS PRINCE SALMAN BIN HAMAD AL KHALIFA CROWN PRINCE, DEPUTY SUPREME COMMANDER AND FIRST DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER AND THE PEOPLE OF THE KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN ON THE OCCASION OF THE NATIONAL DAY 6 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 bahrainthisweek ACHIEVEMENTS

WE SHINE TOGETHER!marks the 20th Anniversary of HM the King Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa’s Accession to the Throne. Under HM King’s reign over two decades, the Kingdom has witnessed a comprehensive and sustainable development in many sectors. The National Action Charter was put forward by His Majesty the King and the Kingdom became a constitutional monarchy, based on the principles of freedom, equality, social justice and equal opportunities among citizens. Through the optimum use of its human resources, the Kingdom of Bahrain was able to overcome many economic challenges due to the scarcity of natural resources and the high population density. Political, economic, social, media and cultural accomplishments were made as part of the ongoing reform process and the establishment of the rule of law and institutions, in line with the Economic Vision 2030.

HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa’s Award for Women Advancement The Supreme Council for Women (SCW) integrated the National Plan for the Advancement of Bahraini Women, which was approved by HM the King, in the Government Action Plan, thus enabling Bahraini women to contribute to a productive economy that is capable of competing at the international level. In the same year, HM King Hamad issued a Royal Order, renaming the ‘HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa’s Award for Women Empowerment’ as ‘HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa’s Award for Women Advancement’, which indicates Bahrain’s success in moving from the ‘empowerment’ phase to the ‘advancement’ one.

Victories of Bahrain National Football Team Bahrain National Football Team has taken the Kingdom to new heights by winning the Arabian Gulf Cup and West Asian Football Federation Championship in 2019. It marks a golden year in the history of Bahrain sports with many more to come in the future years. The Golden Year of Bahrain Sports The spirit of determination, achievement and patriotism

As the Kingdom celebrates the 48th the Kingdom of Bahrain stands as the National Day, each nook and corner home of tolerance and generosity to in the island are decked up in red and a wide-reaching global community. white to commemorate the joyous Aptly called as ‘The Pearl of Persian occasion. The kingdom’s celebration Gulf’, the year has witnessed Bahrain’s of its national days on December 16 shining victories in different world and 17 marks the anniversary of the arenas, keeping loyalty, integrity, and establishment of the modern state purity (as symbolized by a pure pearl) of Bahrain as an Arab and Muslim in our actions. country in 1783 by its founder Ahmed Bahrain This Week is delighted to Al-Fateh, the 48th Anniversary of its review some of the major achievements accession to the UN as a full member of Bahrain on our 48th National Day. and the Anniversary of HM the King’s Accession to the Throne. 20th Anniversary of His Majesty King Just as a valuable pearl gets Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa formed by accepting a foreign body, Bahrain National Day 2019 also bahrainthisweek SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 7 ACHIEVEMENTS

Bahrain national military football team

TRA wins GCC best employer brand award

characterizing the Bahraini people, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa total of 190 economies. underwater theme park spanning which was instilled by HM the King Al-Khalifa has patronized the an area of 100,000 square meters – has made 2019 as a golden year for inauguration of the Alba Line 6 TRA wins GCC best employer complete with a sunken Boeing 747 – Bahrain sports. Expansion Project at the Aluminium brand award opened to diving enthusiasts in 2019. Bahrain national military Bahrain B.S.C. Alba Line 6 Expansion The Telecommunications Regulatory football team won the gold medal Project will further bolster the Authority (TRA) Bahrain won the Victory at Pitch@Palace Global of the 7th World Military Games, held standing of the firm to become the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)’s Best 4.0’s People Choice Award in Wuhan, China. largest smelter with a total production Employer Brand Award Category at the Bahraini startup DocWhere, launched Bahrain handball team qualified for capacity exceeding one million metric 8th Asian Leadership Awards (ALA). by Dr. Nahla Al Sunni wins the People’s the first time for the Olympic Games tons per year. Hosted since 2011, ALA distinguishes Choice Award at the fourth edition of (Tokyo 2020) ALBA also became the proud and honors visionary leaders who Pitch@Palace Global. In this edition, 18 Bahrain bagged 36 gold medals and recipient of the Leading Corporate for have contributed and shaped the Asian entrepreneurs from around the world clinched first place in the final medal Investor Relations in Bahrain at the economy and who is behind today's qualified for the final stage of the tally in the 6th GCC Women’s Sports 11th Middle East Investor Relations outstanding businesses. ALA will competition after their local and regional Championship . Association (MEIRA) Awards. showcase learnings from best practices. rounds. During the regional competition BAHRAIN celebrated victory at TRA also won “Regulatory Initiative of Pitch@Palace GCC 2.0, Mavi VR from 23rd Asian Athletics Championships Bahrain Business of the Year” in MENA region at Bahrain won first place, while Aryam with a best-ever haul of 22 medals, World Bank’s Doing Business 2020 CommsMEA’s annual Awards ceremony from the UAE won second place, and including 11 gold, seven silver, and four report, placed Bahrain among the top in Dubai. DocWhere won third place. bronze medals. 10 improvers globally and second Here’s to the success and the future among the Arab countries – an Bahrain Tourism shining victories of a nation that we Alba Line 6 milestone advancement of 19 ranks to 43 out of a Dive Bahrain, the world’s largest together call as home. 8 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 bahrainthisweek PR THIS WEEK

BAHRAIN AIRPORT COMPANY CEO HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE OF AIRLINE READINESS FOR NEW TERMINAL LAUNCH GULF AIR ACHIEVES TOTAL BAHRAINISATION All airlines operating out of Bahrain ensuring that passengers enjoy a travel International Airport (BIA) are expected experience of the highest standards.” FOR SECOND OFFICER PILOTS to be fully prepared and ready for the Mr Al Binfalah added: “The safety launch of the new Passenger Terminal and security of passengers and staff at Gulf Air, the national carrier of the chief executive officer Captain Waleed Building in the first quarter of 2020, BIA are our top priorities. The trials will Kingdom of Bahrain, is proud to Al Alawi as well as members of the Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) Chief assist all the participating stakeholders announce that it has achieved 100% executive management celebrated the Executive Officer, Mohamed Yousif Al to be adequately trained and ensure Bahrainisation for its second officer new pilots during an event that took Binfalah told a meeting of senior airline that BIA continues to operate in pilots as it continues to employ place at the airline’s headquarter in representatives. The ongoing trials at line with global aviation standards. Bahrainis as cadet pilots to gradually Muharraq. the new facility are part of the national With just months to go until the grow in their career development until Gulf Air has achieved total Operations Readiness and Airport inauguration of the new terminal, an they become captains. Bahrainisation for its second officers Transfer (ORAT) programme, which even greater effort is required to make Recently the airline welcomed a new as well as male cabin crew. Moreover, is designed to progressively test the sure we are all ready to launch with a batch of six pilots and congratulated 96% of the airline’s first officers are new facility’s functions, systems, and flying start.” them on their career start with Gulf Bahraini with the objective to achieve procedures to ensure they are ready for The ORAT process is split into three Air. The chief executive officer of the 100% Bahrainisation for all its captains the transition phase. phases, pre-trials, basic trials, and airline Mr. Krešimir Kučko and deputy by 2030. Mr Al Binfalah highlighted the advanced trials. Each successfully importance of the trials, saying: “The executed stage is an accomplishment new Passenger Terminal Building’s that brings BAC and its partners advanced systems, equipment and another step closer to launching an communications technologies require airport the entire country can be considerable training and familiarity proud of. The advanced trials will see to operate. All stakeholders must have public volunteers playing the role of an in-depth understanding of how passengers to put the new terminal’s these systems work in an integrated advanced systems, processes, and operational environment. The trials procedures put to the test, and helping will help airline staff make full use of to identify any areas for improvement the features these systems provide, ahead of its inauguration.

CBB LAUNCHES A NEW LIQUIDITY MANAGEMENT TOOL (SINGLE BINDING WA’AD) FOR THE ISLAMIC RETAIL BANKS

As part of the ongoing efforts towards Market (IIFM) and International the development of Islamic banking Swaps and Derivatives Association THREE BRAVE MODEL and promoting liquidity managment for (ISDA). It is considered the latest effort Islamic retail banks, the Central Bank of by the industry body to improve the MOTHERS HONOURED Bahrain (CBB) launched Single binding available hedging practices in the Wa’ad based structure facility which is Islamic banking sector. A ceremony honouring award-winning which was launched by Her Royal a Shari’ah compliant alternative to the The CBB emphasizes that providing model mothers was held under the Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Foreign Exchange Forward. such Shariah-compliant product patronage of Representative of His Al-Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty the This tool is based on the “Single contributes to the diversification of Majesty the King for Charity Work and King and Supreme Council for Women Binding Wa'ad based structure” Islamic investment opportunities and Royal Charity Organisation (RCO) Board (SCW) President to recognise brave agreement that has been developed enhances the Kingdom's position as a of Trustees’ Chairman His Highness mothers' success stories and dedication by the International Islamic Financial financial center for Islamic banking. Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al-Khalifa. in bringing up their children. The charity foundation organized the Health Minister Faeqa bint Said event, which was attended by Health Al-Saleh, board of trustees’ deputy Minister Faeqa bint Said Al-Saleh, board chairman Shaikh Adnan bin Abdulla Al- of trustees’ deputy chairman Shaikh Qattan, secretary-general Dr. Mustafa Winner’s for last Adnan bin Abdulla Al-Qattan, secretary- Al-Sayyed then presented the prizes WEEK’S general Dr. Mustafa Al-Sayyed and other to model mothers Siddiqa Mohammed COMPETITIONS! BOOK VOUCHER officials. Ismail Al-Mousawi, Afef Mahmoud REEJAB MOHD Dr. Al-Sayyed addressed the Adnan Al-Mousawi and Bahiya Abdulla ceremony, commending the directives Ali Al-Khaja. of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Health Minister Faeqa bint Said /bahrainthisweek BEAUTY VOUCHER Al-Khalifa to take part positively in Al-Saleh and Gulf Petrochemical all initiatives promoting the status of Industries Company (GPIC) President Dr. Validity to collect the prize is two weeks PREETHI VIPINKUMAR Time to collect your prize is Saturday Bahraini women. Abdulrahman Jawaheri also presented between 0300 PM - 0500 PM from Go He cited particularly the initiative the model mothers with gifts Alive media office. Contact 35948444 bahrainthisweek SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 9 PR THIS WEEK

VISIT TRULY ASIA MALAYSIA 2020

Embassy of Malaysia in Bahrain hosted and 40 festivals have been planned an event to present “Visit Truly Asia for the year to be enjoyed by foreign BTEA WELCOMES TWO CRUISE SHIPS MSC Malaysia 2020” to travel agencies, tourists. The events and festivals are BELLISIMA AND AIDAPRIMA airline companies and media in Bahrain. wide-ranging, covering arts, culture, The event took place at Bushido food, music, sports, adventure and The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions destinations in the Kingdom: Royal Restaurant and Lounge in Seef. shopping. Shopping malls and shops Authority (BTEA) announced the arrival Camel Farm, Manama Souq, Al Fateh The presentation was done by will also offer promotions and special of two cruise ships MSC Bellisima and Grand Mosque, Bahrain International His Excellency Agus Salim bin Yusof, discounts. AIDAprima on December 11th, carrying Circuit, Bahrain Fort, Bahrain National Ambassador of Malaysia to Bahrain, The Malaysian Government also more than 7,000 passengers on board. Museum, Bu Maher Fort, Shaikh who expressed his appreciation to declared year 2020 as the Malaysia Representatives of the BTEA Ebrahim Center and the Old Houses of the guests for their presence and for Year of Healthcare Travel. Everyone prepared a set of activities for the Muharraq. their continuous efforts in promoting is invited to seek health and wellness visitors on board the cruise ships, who “The BTEA’s strategy focuses on Malaysia as a tourist destination. treatments in Malaysia, while enjoying were welcomed them with sweets and four main pillars including Awareness, According to him, Malaysia had the country’s tourism attractions. Arabic coffee, and given a glimpse Attraction, Access and Accommodation, conducted Visit Malaysia Year in 1990, Malaysia’s healthcare services are of into the rich history of the Kingdom in addition to developing the Kingdom’s 1994, 2007, 2014, each time saw the world class quality, easily accessible of Bahrain and the hospitality of its ports and marine facilities to attract increase of tourist arrivals and income and competitively affordable. Malaysia people. Visitors also had the opportunity more incoming tourist ships in the region generated from tourism. The first has been named as “Destination of the to take memorable photos with a falcon and increase the number visitors coming Visit Malaysia Year in 1990 recorded Year” for healthcare travel for three or have their hands decorated with into the Kingdom. We aim to double the 7.4 million tourist arrivals and USD 1.1 straight years by the International traditional henna designs. contribution of the tourism sector in the billion of income. For “Visit Truly Asia Medical Travel Journal. In 2018, BTEA works closely with a group national economy seeking to increase Malaysia 2020”, Malaysia is targeting Malaysia received over 1.2 million of governmental entities and tour the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the for 30 million tourist arrivals who would healthcare travellers. operators to enhance visitor experience non-oil sectors in order to achieve the generate USD 24 billion of income for 4-minute latest promotional video and ensure a smooth journey to the Economic Vision 2030,” commented Chief the country. on Malaysian tourism was shown to the Kingdom. During their stay, visitors Executive Officer of BTEA, Mr. Nader What is special about “Visit Truly guests before they enjoyed a buffet of were introduced to the following tourist Khalil Al Moayyed. Asia Malaysia 2020” is that 124 events Japanese cuisine. Bahrain This Week - New Year's Eve Spanish Themed Party 2020.pdf 1 12/10/19 10:46 AM

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Gulf Air Flies 1,900 Bahraini Fans to Support Bahrain National Football Team at the Arabian Gulf Cup Finals

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Opening of Cuba cafe in Adliya

AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation Organizes Annual National Day Celebration

Bahrain embassy to London celebrates Bahrain’s victory in 24th Arabian Gulf Cup

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HYDRATE YOUR SKIN

ANANDAMAYA KOSHA can be thought of as a steady state of being no matter what circumstances arise. Mostly the bliss state is experienced in sporadic moments but with practice, can remain for longer periods. Anandamaya is still a sheath which when peeled away reveals our very centre or the Atman which is pure consciousness. Anandamaya is truly experienced only when we are able to peel away Your skin becomes dehydrated over vegetables in your diet and reduce the illusions of each sheath to reveal time due to various reasons. Here are the consumption of high-sugar and our true nature. It can be experienced some tips to tackle dehydrated skin. oily foods. in those moments when you are fully Exfoliation is a necessary step to To tackle the issue of dehydrated immersed in the work that you are maintain healthy skin. Our skin sheds skin, you need to work from inside doing and no longer need to separate cells and so we have a build-up of out. Drinking plenty of water is a yourself from the experience.eg an dead skin cells. Exfoliating the skin major step to ensure your skin doesn't As per yogic philosophy the fifth of the artist absorbed in his painting, a gets rid of these dead skin cells and get dehydrated. five layers, or sheaths, of the body, carpenter in his craft, a student in refreshes your skin. Check the ingredients before referred to as the pancha koshas, is studying, oblivious to the external Exposure to the harmful UV rays you buy any product. Here is a known as Anandamaya Kosha. Ananda world. of the sun is a big reason behind list of ingredients that you should in Sanskrit means bliss and kosha If one makes efforts to reach this dehydrated skin. So, always apply endorse if you have dehydrated means sheath. Anandamaya kosha is sheath it is futile as for it can be sunscreen on your face with an SPF of skin - Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Aloe the bliss body and is said to be the most achieved only when we release any at least 15. 3. vera extracts, Honey Snail mucin spiritual and subtle of the five layers. mental efforts. Anandamaya is not Anandamaya kosha is the person’s the mind for it is a deeper experience Avoid smoking and drinking: Lactic acid, Citric acid, and Ceramide true nature lying beneath all of the which cannot be explained unless felt. Regular and prolonged consumption Glycolic acid. illusions. It is considered to be the part Children absorbed in play or in the of alcohol and smoking severely responsible for unconditional love and present moment are in the blissful state dehydrates the skin. Not only that, complete unity with all living beings. of Anandamaya. it also triggers the process of skin WIN VOUCHERS All the other four layers are ageing with fine lines and wrinkles interconnected and interrelated and Namaste! becoming more visible. What are the ingredients to be act as a cover for this innermost layer: Neelanjana Bharadwaj A proper and nutritious diet avoided for dehydrated skin? the bliss body. Anandamaya kosha Yoga Expert can help keep dehydrated skin at Email your answer to encompasses not the feeling of bliss, [email protected] bay. Include fruits and green leafy contest @bahrainthisweek.com but rather, the experience of bliss. Bliss Instagram: - yoga_me_and_more bahrainthisweek SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 13 GPIC GPIC: 30 YEARS IN LEADING BAHRAIN’S PETROCHEMICALS SECTOR for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), UK and the Robert W Campbell Award from the National Safety Council, USA for excellence in health, safety and environment (HSE) management systems. 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