The councils in the Kingdom of Bahrain are a unique civilized and heritage appearance that reflects the depth of traditions and the originality of the values that Bahraini society inherits generation after generation, and these councils represent an open window on the history and culture of the ancient Kingdom that wise leadership is keen to instill and strengthen in the hearts of the people of the country. In the blessed month of Ramadan, these councils acquire a special importance, as they turn into social spaces that bring together the people of society from all groups and classes in an atmosphere of affection, familiarity and tolerance, and they serve as a solid bridge that enhances the ties of brotherhood, communication and love between them, through which the social and cultural interaction that is considered a prominent feature that characterizes Bahraini society from foot from foot and even present day.
Those who visit Bahrain during Ramadan must be covered by this authentic social phenomenon, as the councils open their doors to receive the guests, from citizens and residents, in an atmosphere of familiarity and social warmth, and exceeds that they are passing social meetings; It embodies the values of harmony and firm societal interdependence, and emerges as one of the most important tools for promoting national identity and devoting the values of belonging and loyalty that the rational leadership is keen in light of the prosperous era of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the king of the country, may God protect and preserve it, to enhance and prove it in the fabric of Bahraini society.
The keenness of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, may God preserve him, comes to visit Ramadan councils and direct communication with citizens as a clear indication of the depth of the established relationship between the leadership and the people, and a reflection of great interest in promoting community dialogue and affirming the values of participation and openness. Repeated visits to His Highness these Ramadan councils practically translate the government’s esteemed approach to promoting national cohesion and continuing to achieve development achievements, and affirms the commitment of the executive authority to continuously interact with citizens and listen to them closely, and consolidate the concept of work in the spirit of one team to implement the royal visions.
These Ramadan councils have maintained their distinctive character as social and cultural centers, as they embrace various discussions that contribute to the consolidation of the culture of open dialogue between the people of the country. The councils constitute a meeting place for intellectual and cultural exchange, in which those present present their ideas on multiple affairs ranging from local development issues and economic development, to discuss cultural and literary issues that are concerned with consolidating societal values and highlighting the authentic Bahraini identity. These councils also provide an ideal space to listen to various opinions and ideas in a civilized way, which enhances the spirit of positive participation and constructive interaction between all the spectra of Bahraini society.
Also, the continuation of these traditions and the keenness to revive them annually affirms the depth of its historical roots, and highlights the distinguished Bahraini society by its ability to adhere to its cultural values and heritage, but rather has become a vivid model of the spirit of social solidarity that is a basic pillar in the comprehensive development process that the Kingdom of Bahrain is under the leadership of His Majesty the King, and he was supported by God Directly from His Highness the Crown Prince, the Prime Minister.
In conclusion, the Bahraini Ramadan councils remain a bright sign in the record of social customs that distinguish the Kingdom, and it is a bridge in which the links between the wise leadership and the people deepens with all its segments, where the spirit of belonging is renewed, the national identity is established with all its manifestations, and the bridges of constructive dialogue are established between the various groups of society, and the bonds of joints and cohesion are enhanced As long as the people of Bahrain distinguished, and made these councils a milestone and cultural and social heritage that reflects the originality of Bahraini society and its renewed cohesion throughout time.
