There is no journalistic occasion except for the presence of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the monarch of the country, the country, may God protect and preserve him, in which a firm position confirms his deep pride in the role of the Bahraini press and its national responsibility.
Today, on the occasion of the Bahraini Journalists Association celebrating its silver jubilee, this position is evident in its majesty receiving journalists in the Safariya Palace, in a scene that reflects the status of the Bahraini press in the conscience of His Majesty, and its pivotal role in serving the country, preserving its identity, enhancing its national unity, and highlighting its civilizational and development achievements is highlighted.
Perhaps what distinguishes this historical meeting in the Safariya Palace is its majesty affirming its great pride in Bahraini youth and their distinguished giving in various fields, including the press and the media, which embodies the leadership of Bahrain in the fields of culture, civilization and science.
This meeting was not merely a celebration of the twenty -five years since the founding of the association, but rather a station that confirms that the press is not only a profession, but a major partner in building collective awareness, transferring the national novel, and preserving the Bahraini memory.
His Majesty’s words, when he said: “Documentation is the one that preserves memory for future generations, documents our achievements, and immortalizes the civilization of Bahrain.” It reflects a strategic vision that sees the media as a tool to preserve the history of the Kingdom, and to emphasize the importance of its role in highlighting the nation’s gains and its prestigious position.
In light of the prosperous covenant of His Majesty, which witnesses qualitative transformations in various sectors, the march of the Bahraini press is enhanced by an inspiring vision of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, who confirmed in his patronage of the Prime Minister of the Prime Minister for the Press that the national press is an authentic partner in construction and development, and a supportive platform for achieving achievements on various development levels, in a way that translates visions and aspirations The most of the king.
His Highness’s vision confirms that the national pens and responsible word contribute to enhancing societal awareness and communicating constructive messages that serve major national goals, and make the Bahraini press a platform for constructive control and deep analysis.
Al -Watan newspaper won the award for the best website or electronic account for press institutions to confirm that the Bahraini press is able to convert digital transformations into opportunities, and to keep pace with technological development with a clear strategic vision. This achievement reflects an advanced awareness of the newspaper administration of the importance of the Bahraini media at the heart of the regional and international scene, a conveyor of the civilized voice of the Kingdom, and keeping pace with the requirements of the times.
In an era in which the developments of technology and artificial intelligence accelerate, it is no longer possible to talk about a national press without talking about an advanced digital press that keeps pace with transformations, preserves identity and principles, and reflects the bright image of Bahrain. Here, the vision of His Highness the Crown Prince, the Prime Minister, which emphasizes the development of the national media to be more graceful and innovative, and more able to use the tools of the modern era to meet the challenges, while enabling national media cadres, refining their professional skills, and expanding their regional and international presence.
Today, with the celebrations of the Journalists Association with its silver jubilee, and the victory of the “homeland” with this prestigious award, the message becomes clear: The Bahraini press is required to exceed its traditional role until it is more influential, capable of deep analysis, continuous innovation, and adopting digital tools intelligently and responsibly.
The future does not wait for the late, but rather is built on the shoulders of those who realize that the media is not only a documentation of the present, but a industry for tomorrow’s vision.
In the presence of the leader, and with the loyal sons of Bahrain, we will continue to write history, preserve the memory of the country, and build together a renewed modern media, reflecting the Kingdom’s aspirations, and embodying its advanced civilized vision.
Abdullah Ilhami