Heba Mohsen
- My father had a great role in forming my personality and I was accompanying him with councils and visits.
- Farouk Al -Moayad was a real teacher, his support and consultations, which made a difference in my career.
- The “Small and Medium Development” is hosting more than 200 projects today.
- We work in “deputies” as one team and our goal is to achieve the interest of the country and the citizen.
- Support for small and medium enterprises creates job opportunities and enhances innovation and competition.
Representative Ahmed Al -Salloum talked about influential stations in his life, starting from his study memories and his influence on his father, to his experience in politics and business, stressing that the values that arose on them are what directs his decisions today.
Al -Salloum said, in a special interview with “Al -Watan”, that his father, may God have mercy on him, had a great role in shaping his personality, as he accompanied him in official councils and visits since childhood, considering that these experiences were a real school in life.
He explained that traditional education is important, but learning from experience and societal interaction is no less important, pointing out that the councils he attended contributed to refining his vision and understanding of society.
On his relationship with the late Farouk Al -Muayyad, Al -Salloum said that he was a real teacher for him, and that his support and consultations constituted a difference in his career, indicating that the Farouk Al -Moayad Center for Small and Medium Enterprises Development today embraces more than 200 small projects, and contributes to empowering young people and achieving sustainable development.
He stressed that values such as honesty and justice are still present in all its decisions, whether in politics or economic work, considering that success is not only measured by the results, but how to reach them.
Al -Salloum stressed that the youth are the heart of the future, and that investing in them is the most important way towards a diversified and stable economy, praising constructive cooperation between the executive and legislative authorities, and calling for continuing to work in the team’s spirit to serve the country and the citizen. The following is the text of the dialogue:
Tell us about your beginnings and relationship with school, and what are your memories in school and university, in addition to the influence of your father in your life?
– A beautiful question, and school memories are always one of the most beautiful stages in human life, especially the primary, preparatory and secondary stage, is considered one of the most important stages in which the personality of the individual is formed. Praise be to God, I had the opportunity to move between several schools, and every school in which I got to know new friends, and this contributed to the refinement of my personality. There was a positive spirit, as we were competing to be the best, but without any sensitivity or hatred, but everyone was supporting the other.
Parent’s effect
How was your father’s effect on you during that period?
– My father, may God have mercy on him, had a great role in forming my personality. Since my childhood, I have been accompanying him everywhere, whether to the mosque, the market, or even in his work at the Ministry of Health. I used to go with him to his office, and listen to what he was doing, where I was learning by watching his interactions with others, and his wide relationships with the men of the homeland. I also remember how I accompanied him on official visits, and even in meetings. Those experiences taught me a lot about life and the importance of social relations. I consider that the councils in which I were as a real school, where one can learn from the experiences of others.
Education and life experiences
These memories seem to have left a profound impact on your personality. How do you see the importance of traditional education for education through life experiences?
Traditional education is definitely important, but life experiences and interaction with people are another school. The councils we attend, and the discussions we participate in, can be sometimes more useful. If you are in a council talking about the future and projects, this contributes to developing your thought and vision for the future. Thank God, I was lucky with multiple experiences, and I benefited greatly from them, and I consider it an integral part of my education. Therefore, I always advise young people to take care of interacting with society and engaging in positive councils.
Relations with businessmen
Your talk about the effect of your father and the councils of the families you were attending was inspiring. How do you see the importance of the relationships that you built with businessmen and personalities influencing society?
Indeed, the relationships I built were pivotal in forming my career. I have a distinguished relationship with businessmen such as the late Abu Muhammad Farouk Al -Muayyad. It had a great impact on my life, as he was a rare personality with humility and intelligence. I learned a lot from him, whether in the field of business, or in dealing with people. I believe that learning from inspiring characters is an important part of any human journey. Abu Muhammad had a clear vision and innovative ideas, and he always encouraged us to think critical and achieve goals. His departure was a great loss, but his effect is still alive in everything we learn and practice.
Politics and business role
How do you see your role as a politician in representing the interests of citizens compared to your role in business?
– I see that both roles are closely linked. As a politician, I must be a voice for those who represent me, whether they are merchants, professionals, or any other category. We have to understand the needs of people and work to achieve their interests. In business, we are working to achieve profits, but we must also take into account the rights of employees, consumers and society as a whole. When I am on the location of the decision, look at all aspects. I am looking for a balance between different interests, and I work to achieve decisions that are in the interest of everyone. Dealing with various parties gives me the ability to understand the challenges and opportunities that society faces.
Values and morals
Do you think that the values and morals you have learned in your childhood still affect your decisions today?- Certainly. Values and morals are the basis for any decision I take. Since childhood, I learned the importance of trust, respect, and justice in dealing with others. These values remain with me at every stage of my life. When I deal with people, I am always keen to be honest and take into account the rights of others. If you represent one of the sectors, whether it is in business, or in politics, honesty and integrity enhances confidence between you and those who represent them. I think success not only achieves goals, but also comes from how to achieve these goals.
Sustainable effect
Your talk about the late Farouk Al -Muayyad shows the extent of its influence in your career and personal life. How do you see the importance of the idea of ”sustainable impact” in the social and economic work it founded?
The sustainable effect is the concept that represents the essence of the work that the late Farouk Al -Moayad has done. He had a clear vision about the importance of supporting entrepreneurs and small projects. He believed that granting opportunities and saving skills is better than providing direct aid. This is the approach that we followed in the establishment of the Farouk Al -Moayad Center, as we started with 20 small projects, and now we embrace about 200 projects. It had a profound impact on entrepreneurs, as he was always present to provide advice and advice. He was not only satisfied with providing financial support, but was working to build their capabilities and skills, which contributed to achieving sustainability.
The continuity of inheritance
How do you expect this legacy to continue through new generations, especially with the family of the late Farouk?
– I see that the legacy left by Farouk Al -Muayyad continues through his children. They carry the same values and principles that they planted in them. When I see them together, I see Farouk in each of them. They are already continuing to work that he started, and they push those principles forward. When we establish new projects, we are keen that there is continuity in those ideas. We believe that teamwork and cooperation between generations is the way to achieve sustainable success.
Professional challenges
Can you talk about some of the challenges you faced in your career and how did you overcome it?
– naturally. One of the biggest challenges was the economic crises that we have seen. Like economic conflicts, real estate crisis, and the Gulf crisis. In these times, it was necessary to learn how to adapt and respond quickly and effectively. I learned from Farouk Al -Moayad how to manage crises. He had a cumulative experience in dealing with difficulties, and he always reminded us that challenges are opportunities for learning and growth. I used to take advantage of his advice and ideas, and this helped me make deliberate decisions.
Youth role
How do you see the role of youth in building the future of business in Bahrain?
Young people are the future of Bahrain. They have energy and creativity that can make a major shift in the economy. By empowering them and providing them with opportunities, we can build a better future. Supporting small and medium enterprises contributes to creating job opportunities, and enhances innovation and competition. We at the Farouk Al -Moayad Center are working to provide the necessary training and resources for young people to be able to succeed in the business world. We believe that investing in youth is an investment in the future of the country.
Support and trust
Your talk about the relationship with the late Farouk Al -Moayad highlights the importance of guidance and support in personal and professional life. How did this support affect your self -confidence and performance in the council?
– The support I received from the late Farouk Al -Moayad had a profound impact on myself and my self -confidence. When I lost my father, I felt a great emptiness, but the word Abu Muhammad was a safety valve for me. He assured me that he will always be present to support, and this gave me strength to continue. When I got to know my choices in life and politics, I always had a feeling that I could rely on support from an experienced person and a good reputation like him.
Performance evaluation
How do you evaluate your performance and perform the council in the past two sessions?
– I am satisfied with my performance and performance of the council. We work as one team, and our goal is to achieve the interest of the country and the citizen. We are facing challenges, but we have succeeded in preserving the gains and achieving legislation that is in line with people’s needs. His Majesty the Great King gave us a gift through the council, and we are committed to be trustees of making our decisions. In the previous session, we have worked on many vital projects, whether in the housing or educational field. We also worked on legislation that coincides with the changes that we witnessed, especially during the Korona pandemic.
How did you maintain the gains in light of the crises that faced the council?
– We worked in that council to preserve the existing gains, despite the crises that we went through. Within three years, we have succeeded in preserving vital projects, including housing and education. We have made rapid legislation in line with variables, such as economic and technical legislation, and there were new initiatives such as alternative sanctions. These sanctions, which are successful, aim to rehabilitate violators instead of punishing them traditionally. We find that the percentage of returnees to the crime is less than 3%, compared to more than 40% in the traditional system. This is a success that reflects the king’s vision. His Majesty the King gave us this opportunity, and we worked to achieve it. We see that Bahrain has a strong parliament capable of producing legislation that benefits the country. We cooperate with all parties, from civil society to municipal councils, to ensure the success of this process.
How do you see cooperation between the executive and legislative authority?
Cooperation between the two wings is the key to the success of any country. If there is no balance between them, we will not achieve the desired goals. The government today has a clear vision and interest in citizen issues, and this enhances the effectiveness of parliamentary work.
The effect of the Corona Kurna
How was the effect of Corona on the decisions and legislations you made?
– The pandemic was a difficult test for everyone. But thanks to the wise royal vision, Bahrain was able to overcome this crisis better than many other countries. We were focusing on maintaining citizens’ health and economic stability. We worked to secure food chains and medicines, and we were keen not to distinguish between citizens and expatriates. The pandemic also prompted us to accelerate some economic and technical legislation, which was necessary to adapt to the new situation. These efforts have contributed to reducing the negative impact on society.
Cooperation between the government and the council
How do you see the government’s role in cooperating with the council to achieve common goals?
– Cooperation between the executive and legislative authority is the key to the success of any country. When we work as one team, we can achieve the required balance. We have a wise leadership that listens to the demands of citizens, and works hard to meet them. This cooperation enhances productivity, increases the effectiveness of government work. We, as members of Parliament, are working to represent citizens, and we cooperate with the government to achieve common goals. If there is a balance between the two wings, we can achieve great successes and fly away.
See the future
In light of all these challenges, what is your vision for the future?
Our ambition is great, and we always want the best. We want to be at the forefront of countries in various fields, whether in economics, education or services. We have plans and projects that we are working on, and we hope that we can achieve them together. I am optimistic about the future of Bahrain, especially with a wise leadership and a conscious people. We all work for the benefit of the country, and we will continue to seek success and prosperity.
