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Five Two new Corona cases registered of the deaths occurred in TDT | Manama King County, where Seat- Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates: tle is the main city. There are now 18 con- he Ministry of Health firmed cases in the region, has registered two new Our team continues to enact strict where there are growing TCoronavirus (COVID-19) fears it may spread fur- cases, a Bahraini female and a precautionary and ther. Saudi male, arriving at Bahrain preventive measures Researchers who stud- International Airport via indi- to protect citizens and Number of infected cases: 49 ied the first two Wash - rect flights from Iran, increasing residents. ington deaths had said the number of confirmed cases the virus may have been to 49. HEALTH MINISTRY spreading there for weeks, The ministry noted that both to a dedicated isolation centre and suggested that up to patients were tested upon ar- for treatment. Measures taken: 1,500 people may have rival to Bahrain Internation- The ministry asserted that it been infected. al Airport. Furthermore, after is coordinating with the King- 47 of the total 49 conrmed cases do not require any medication, with testing negative at the airport, dom of Saudi Arabia and the only 2 cases receiving necessary medication the patients had been quaran- United Arab Emirates to combat SICO announces tined for 14 days in accordance the spread of COVID-19, and ex- financial results with established procedures, pressed its appreciation to Sau- 12 individuals given greenlight to leave quarantine after completing 14 during which time the COVID-19 di Arabia and the UAE for their days quarantine period TDT | Manama symptoms began to appear. ongoing support. The ministry They were subsequently re- emphasised that it continues to ICO, licensed as a tested with all results coming enact strict precautionary and Latest update: 11:00 PM Sconventional whole- back positive. Both patients preventive measures to protect 2 March 2020 sale bank by the Central were immediately transferred citizens and residents. Bank of Bahrain “ CBB”, yesterday announced its consolidated results for the final quarter and full year ended 31 December 2019. On a quarterly basis, SI- CO’s consolidated net pro fit for the fourth quarter of 2019 was BD 2.5 mil- Situation ‘is stable’ lion, marking a 457 per cent increase compared to HM King chairs Cabinet session; stresses citizens are nation’s assets BD 441,000 from the same quarter in 2018. Full report Page 5 HM the King gave directives• to increase the capacity of treatment facilities and put in place the highest standards of quality healthcare. DON’T MISS IT His Majesty chairs the Cabinet in the presence of HRH the Crown Prince. Manama velopments, thus reflecting the confident that the Kingdom of is Majesty King Hamad authentic Bahraini spirit proved Bahrain, with the solidarity of its Preventive measures LuLu’s Yusuffali bin Isa Al Khalifa yester- by the firm stances showcased citizens, is capable of overcoming t Col Dr Manaf Al Qahtani, Infectious Diseases Consultant Hday chaired the regular by Bahrainis throughout history, this challenge.” Land Microbiologist at the BDF Hospital and Member of the gets Saudi weekly Cabinet session, attend- a post-statement by the Cabinet HM the King was informed, National Taskforce for Combating Coronavirus (COVID-19), noted 02 premium ed by His Royal Highness Prince Secretary-General, Dr Yasser Al through a presentation, about the that the Kingdom’s preventive measures, which began before Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Nasser, said. efforts being exerted in the King- the identification of the first domestic case, are ensuring the residency Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme HM King Hamad stressed that dom to address COVID-19. continued safety and well-being of citizens and residents alike. Commander and First Deputy Bahrain will remain, as it has al- The presentation revealed that House nod Prime Minister, at the Al Sakhir ways been, a land of love, where during the ongoing medical tests, for proposal Palace. everybody enjoys security and a total of 2,225 individuals had Green light to leave quarantine to increase HM the King asserted that the harmony, noting that “overcoming tested negative, while only two 03 citizens are the nation’s ‘assets’ the Coronavirus (COVID-19 is not cases tested positive, to whom HM he Ministry of Health announced that twelve individuals have maternity in facing all challenges thanks to only a challenge that we face local- the King wished speedy recovery Tbeen given the green light to leave quarantine after completing leaves their awareness and civilisational ly, but it also a crisis that the entire and wellness. a preventative mandatory 14 day stay, having tested negative for the dealing with various global de- world is confronting. We are fully HM King commended the close Coronavirus (COVID-19). The ministry highlighted that the twelve Board receives endeavours, as well as the nation- individuals include ten Bahraini nationals returning from Iran, Saudi support vow al, humanitarian and noble efforts, and one Bahraini and one Chinese national, both returning from ‘69 bids’ for 12 led by HRH the Crown Prince and China. The ministry further highlighted that the individuals had 04 tenders issued is Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa held a phone call with the spirit of the united Bah- been monitored closely by a highly specialised medical team for the by nine entities Hwith Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin rain team, including the Execu- duration of their quarantine. The ministry affirmed that the meas- Abdulaziz Al Saud and expressed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s support tive, the Legislature, the private ures taken within all quarantine centres are in line with established to the precautionary measures undertaken by the Kingdom of Saudi sector institutions, the citizens guidelines set out by the World Health Organisation (WHO), aimed 210 fils (includes VAT) Arabia to prevent an outbreak of coronavirus and protect its citizens and residents, to combat the virus. at combating the spread of the virus and safeguarding the health of and residents, as well as those arrive to perform the Umrah and visit HM the King emphasised that citizens and residents. the Prophet’s Mosque. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques ex- the Bahrain team has proved its pressed thanks and appreciation to HM the King, lauding Bahrain’s worth and outstanding ability to the dedicated efforts that would forward to the continuity of HRH support to Saudi preventive measures against the virus. overcome the challenges faced by preserve the health and safety of the Crown Prince’s efforts in order the kingdom, which consolidates everyone, adding that he is looking to achieve the expected goals. TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020 02 His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa yesterday visited the majlis of late His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Khalifa and offered condolences to the brothers of late His Highness Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Salman Al Khalifa. HM the King paid homage to the deceased and praised his dedicated efforts and contributions in serving his country, praying to Allah the Almighty to rest his soul in eternal peace and grant him everlasting mercy. The brothers of the deceased expressed deepest thanks to HM the King for his noble feelings and heartfelt condolences, praying to Allah the Almighty to protect HM the King and bless him with abundant health and happiness to continue leading the Kingdom and its loyal people and achieve further progress and prosperity for the nation. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister, yesterday performed funeral prayers for the late His Highness Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammad bin Salman Al Khalifa. Following the funeral prayers, HRH the Crown Prince received the condolences of senior members of the Royal Family and in turn expressed his profound gratitude for their compassionate and sincere sentiments. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander, and First Deputy Prime Minister, yesterday received a number of senior officials and members of the Council of Representatives and Shura Council, at Riffa Palace. HRH the Crown Prince highlighted the Kingdom’s tireless efforts to combat the Coronavirus (COVID-19), noting that alongside the continued support of HM the King, and a united Team Bahrain, all challenges can be defeated. HRH the Crown Prince stressed that wide-ranging measures have been implemented to contain the COVID-19, and that citizens’ awareness remains a crucial part of national efforts in this regard. LuLu’s Yusuffali gets Saudi premium residency Riyadh AE-based retail giant LuLu Group’s chair- man MA Yusuffali has received Saudi UArabia’s Premium Residency Permit for Foreigners. While the Saudi government’s Premium Res- idency Centre yesterday posted a video which showed the reaction of Mr Yusuffali after ob- taining the Premium Residency on Twitter, the company said he has become “the first Indian to receive the premium residency informally known as Saudi Green Card.” In November 2019, Saudi Arabia granted 73 foreigners “premium” residency under a new programme to attract overseas investment by enabling selected people to buy property and do Mr Yusuffali business without a Saudi sponsor.