BCCI's Ramadan Majlis: Uniting Leaders, Inspiring Partnerships
BCCI Chairman Sameer Abdulla Nass hosted the Bahrain Chamber's annual Ramadan Majlis yesterday, bringing together key government officials, senior journalists, members of Parliament, diplomats, and business leaders. Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications H.E. Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa attended the gathering, which provided a platform for discussions on economic collaboration and international partnerships. Diplomats from the United States, Germany, India, Japan, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia were also present, reinforcing Bahrain's strong global connections. Above is a broader group shot of dignitaries at the event.
A group photo captured Rashid AlHamer, Editor of Al Ayam Online (left), H.E. Shaikh Abdullah (fourth from left), Sameer Abdulla Nass (seventh from left), H.E. Najeb Yacob Alhamer (fifth from right), and US Ambassador H.E. Steven C. Bondy (fourth from right), along with other dignitaries, further highlighting the event's significance in strengthening Bahrain's economic and diplomatic ties.
P Unnikrishnan, Chairman and Managing Editor of The Daily Tribune and News of Bahrain, was seen in a distinguished exchange with H.E. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa at the Bahrain Chamber's Ramadan Majlis. Also present was BCCI Chairman Sameer Abdulla Nass, highlighting the engagement between media and leadership at the event.
Prominent media figures attended, including H.E. Nabeel bin Yacoub Al Hamer,the Advisor to His Majesty the King for Media Affairs and Anwar Abdulrahman, Editor-in-Chief of Akhbar Al Khaleej (left).
BCCI Chairman Sameer Abdulla Nass (left) was pictured alongside the US Ambassador to Bahrain, H.E. Steven C. Bondy (third from left), engaging in discussions.
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