The lofty speech of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the great king of the country, may God protect and preserve him, came at the opening of the fourth session of the sixth legislative term, as a national document that outlines the features of national action for the next stage, and combines national constants and the requirements of modern development.
His Majesty opened his speech by praising the performance of the legislative authority, considering it an essential lever for the political development process in Bahrain. This praise was not a compliment, but rather a true reflection of the maturity of the parliamentary experience and its ability to consolidate participatory democracy based on dialogue and partnership between authorities.
In his royal speech, His Majesty was also keen to link the present Bahraini state with its roots extending back to the history of the founding ancestors, who built the ruling system on the principles of Islamic Sharia, Shura, justice, and charity. In a connection that redefines the concept of “Bahraini political identity” as a deeply rooted cultural product that combines authenticity and modernity.
His Majesty’s reminder of these roots was a reminder that the modern state represents a continuation of history in a renewed spirit. The constitutional monarchy in Bahrain represents the fruit of a long history of Shura, social justice, and respect for the Bahraini human being as a supreme value.
One of the most prominent aspects of the speech was the near completion of the amendment to the law regulating the press, printing and publishing, to enhance freedom of opinion and expression, in a way that supports independent national media as a pillar of democracy and a raiser of public awareness. His Majesty also stressed the promotion of national identity, the promotion of inclusive unity, and the rejection of manifestations of fanaticism and foreign loyalties, which is a directive that protects the diverse national fabric and enhances the concept of inclusive citizenship.
On the level of economy and knowledge, the royal speech focused on the importance of scientific and cognitive development, economic empowerment, industrial and production diversification, while investing in artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and space exploration, so that Bahrain will be an active part in the global future. His Majesty also stressed that the Bahraini person is the true wealth of the nation, and the main driver of its renaissance in all fields.
On the external level, the speech affirmed Bahrain’s firm commitment to supporting just and comprehensive peace, and renewing its firm position on the Palestinian issue, in light of its expected membership in the Security Council. This is an eloquent political message that Bahrain exercises a major role in defending human values and international justice. In the end, the royal speech was a comprehensive national document that combines wisdom, vision, and humanity. It also represented a message from a leader to his people, calling for unity, work, and faith. That the future is made by the hands of Bahrainis.
His Majesty the King, as usual, put the dots on the letters, outlining the features of the next stage in a spirit of confidence and optimism, stressing that Bahrain will remain, as it has always been, a nation that stands tall in its values, thriving with its people, and shining with its message to the world.
