Bahrain Crown Prince Congratulates BACA Team on Global Architecture Win at Biennale Architettura 2025
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received His Excellency Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), along with the team behind the Kingdom's acclaimed participation at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia 2025 (Biennale Architettura 2025), at Gudaibiya Palace.
The meeting followed Bahrain's recognition at the prestigious event, where the national pavilion earned the award for Best National Participation, marking a milestone in the Kingdom's cultural and architectural representation on the global stage.
During the meeting, His Royal Highness underscored the critical role of Bahrain's talented national workforce in achieving international excellence. 'Bahrain's achievements across sectors are built on the ambition and dedication of its people,' HRH stated, adding that their contributions continue to support the Kingdom's comprehensive development journey led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister praised the team's creative and meaningful work at the Biennale, which showcased Bahrain's architectural identity and tackled global environmental issues with visionary insight. He emphasized the importance of integrating innovative approaches to reinforce Bahrain's leadership in international cultural arenas.
'This award is not only a win for Bahrain but also recognition of our proactive engagement in sustainable urban development and environmental discourse,' HRH noted.
His Royal Highness expressed pride in the national pavilion's success and conveyed appreciation to everyone involved in its development, describing it as a testament to Bahrain's rich architectural legacy and its future-focused vision.
HE Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support from HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. He noted that the international recognition is a direct result of the continued guidance and patronage from His Majesty the King and the strategic directives issued by HRH to amplify Bahrain's cultural presence worldwide.
Also in attendance at the meeting were His Excellency General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior, and His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy.
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