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Daily Tribune
6 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Tourism Promotes Coexistence
TDT | Manama Bahrain's tourism authorities are deepening ties with civil society to strengthen the Kingdom's image as a model of peaceful coexistence, as part of a broader national narrative on tolerance and diversity. Her Excellency Fatima bint Jaffer Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism, received the chairman and board members of 'Taa'ayosh'—the Bahrain Association for Tolerance and Coexistence of Religions. H.E. the minister described the Kingdom, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the guidance of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, as a unique example of coexistence rooted in cultural heritage and collective national identity. She praised these efforts, describing them as reflective of Bahrain's character and essential to amplifying the country's image on the global stage. The delegation presented the minister with a copy of the association's latest bilingual publication, In the Hospitality of the King of Peace, recently released in Arabic and English. The association shared details of its work with expatriate communities, its presence at national and religious events, and its cooperation with both official and grassroots bodies to promote peaceful coexistence. The meeting with 'Taa'ayosh' included a presentation on the organisation's history, mission, and evolving role.
Daily Tribune
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Grassroots Peacekeepers Drive Coexistence
TDT | Manama Grassroots champions of peace in Bahrain have been recognised for reinforcing the Kingdom's global image as a beacon of interfaith harmony. The Bahrain Society for Tolerance and Interfaith Coexistence, or Ta'ayush, earned praise from His Excellency Salman bin Isa bin Hindi Al-Mannai, Governor of Muharraq Governorate, for its work in nurturing dialogue and coexistence across communities. Promoting dialogue The recognition came during a visit by Ta'ayush officials led by Chairman Yousef Mohammed Bozboun, who presented the Governor with a copy of the Society's newly released book, In the Hospitality of the King of Peace. The publication documents the landmark visit to Bahrain by His Holiness Pope Francis and His Eminence the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, underscoring the country's growing role in fostering global interfaith dialogue. H.E. Al-Mannai described the Society's work as both 'qualitative' and 'distinguished,' noting that its programmes offer a local lens into Bahrain's broader vision for peaceful coexistence and mutual respect. He said the book offers clear testimony to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa's efforts to position Bahrain as a space of religious understanding and openness.
