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A ceremony was held today to celebrate the planting of the seedling No. (100,000) of mangrove trees in the Ras Al Mutla area, south of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The ceremony was held under the patronage of the National Security Advisor, Supreme Defence Council Secretary General and Royal Guard Commander Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The BDF Royal Guard carried out the ceremony in cooperation with the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, as part of the national afforestation plan (Green Bahrain). Lt. Gen. HH Shaikh Nasser was received on arrival by the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Minister Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Oil and Environment Minister, Special Envoy for Climate Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak bin Daina, Works Minister Ibrahim bin Hassan Al Hawaj, Cabinet Affairs Minister Hamad bin Faisal Al Malki and other officials. Hh Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad toured a photo gallery documenting the stages of cultivation of the mangrove oasis in the Ras Al Mutla area in Southern Bahrain. He watched a brief film about the stages of cultivation, which included 100,000 seedlings that were planted in several stages, including leveling and preparing the land. Marine channels were set up and berms built to prepare the site as one of the main habitats for birds, marine organisms and wildlife in the Southern Governorate, as part of the national program to multiply mangroves by 400% in the year 2035. HH Shaikh Nasser then planted the 100,000th mangrove seedling, as the project aims to preserve marine life and ecosystem balance due to the great and effective benefits of these plants in combating climate change. He noted that the project is part of efforts to achieve the goals of the comprehensive and sustainable development march led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. He hailed the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, for the national plan for afforestation aimed at doubling the number of trees in the Kingdom of Bahrain, increasing the green area and achieving environmental balance. He stressed Bahrain's commitment to reducing carbon emissions by 50% by 2035 and reaching zero neutrality in 2060, which was launched at the 26th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP26), which was translated into a number of initiatives from Including the expansion of the cultivation of mangroves. HH Shaikh Nasser hailed the directives of the BDF Commander in Chief Field Marshall Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa to harness all efforts to ensure the success of the vital eco-project. He described the ambitious program as a key milestone in Bahrain, stressing the importance of mitigating the effects of climate change in a symbiotic manner at all levels. He highlighted the need to provide an incubating environment for many fish and marine life, and for birds, especially migratory birds that are abundant in the Kingdom of Bahrain and that feed on shrimp that live and are raised in the area rich in mangroves. The ceremony was also attended by the Royal Guard Deputy Commander Major-General Hamad Khalifa Alnoaimi and other invitees.more
His Highness Lieutenant General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Adviser, Secretary General of the Supreme Defense Council, Commander of the Royal Guard, expressed his sincere thanks and appreciation to all well-wishers of Their Highnesses and Excellencies, Ministers, officials and honorable citizens, on the occasion of the issuance of the Royal Royal Decree by His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, the great king of the country, may God protect and preserve him, by promoting His Highness to the rank of lieutenant general. His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa said that the overflowing feelings and sincere words contained in the telegrams and congratulatory messages are a matter of pride, and confirm the depth of the bonds of love between the people of Bahrain, and constitute a motive towards more effort and giving for the sake of the Kingdom of Bahrain and its honorable people, in a way that contributes to supporting The march of development led by His Majesty the King, may God preserve and preserve him. His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa affirmed that this promotion increases his honor and represents an incentive to continue working to raise the name of the nation and its flag as a flag in various military and humanitarian fields, drawing support and motivation from the wise visions and directives of His Majesty the King, may God preserve and preserve him, and what His Majesty bestows on him, may God support him. Keenness and concern for the leadership of the Kingdom of Bahrain to be an example to follow at the regional and international levels. His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa added that this royal assignment increases his determination to fulfill the requirements of this great responsibility, to carry out the requirements of the sacred duty to defend the homeland, and to harness all efforts for its sovereignty, security and stability under the wise leadership of His Majesty the Great King, may God support him. His Highness prayed to the Almighty God to preserve the Kingdom of Bahrain and to perpetuate the blessing of stability and prosperity on it.more
His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Deputy President of the Supreme Council for the Environment, Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Committee Vice Chairman, today sent congratulated the National Security Advisor, Secretary-General of the Supreme Defence Council, and Commander of the Royal Guard, His Highness Lieutenant-General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, on the promotion to the rank of Lieutenant-General, following a Royal Order by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. HH Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa highlighted HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad’s achievements in supporting the comprehensive development, in line with the visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister. Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa highlighted the vital role of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad in advancing Bahrain's military capabilities, and wished him continued success in his future endeavours under the leadership of HM the King.more
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today sent a cable of congratulations to the National Security Advisor, Secretary-General of the Supreme Defence Council, and Commander of the Royal Guard, His Highness Lieutenant-General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, on his promotion to the rank of Lieutenant-General, following a Royal Order by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. His Highness highlighted the vital role of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad in contributing to achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, with the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister. His Highness commended the achievements of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad and wished him continued success in his future endeavours.more
His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa today sent a cable of congratulations to the National Security Advisor, Secretary-General of the Supreme Defence Council, and Commander of the Royal Guard, His Highness Lieutenant-General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, on the promotion to the rank of Lieutenant-General, following a Royal Order by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman highlighted HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad’s achievements in supporting the comprehensive development, in line with the visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister. HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman highlighted the vital role of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad in advancing military capabilities. HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman wished HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad continued success in his future endeavours.more
Royal Guard Special Force Commander Staff Colonel HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa congratulated Lt.Gen. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Supreme Defence Council (SDC) Secretary-General and Royal Guard Commander on being promoted by Royal Order, issued by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to the rank of Lieutenant-General. Col. HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa commended Lt. Gen. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al-Khalifa's national roles across all fields, noting that the royal trust recognizes his dedicated efforts which contributed to enhancing Bahrain's standing. Col. HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa wished HH Shaikh Nasser every success to continue the march of progress and prosperity under the leadership of HM the King.more
HH Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Advisor to HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a cable of congratulations to Lt.Gen. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Supreme Defence Council (SDC) Secretary-General and Royal Guard Commander, on being promoted by Royal Order, issued by His Majesty King Hamadbin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to the rank of Lieutenant-General. HH Shaikh Ali said that the royal trust is in recognition of HH Shaikh Nasser's landmark achievements, dedicated work and efforts in serving the nation in the military fields, which contributed to upgrading the homeland's defence capabilities. In the cable, HH Shaikh Ali wished HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad every success to continue his endeavors, under the leadership of HM the King.more
His Majesty the King's Special Representative HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa sent a cable of congratulations to Lt.Gen. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Supreme Defence Council (SDC) Secretary-General and Royal Guard Commander, on being promoted by Royal Order, issued by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to the rank of Lieutenant-General. HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa said that the royal trust is in recognition of HH Shaikh Nasser's landmark achievements, dedicated work efforts and contributions to enhancing the role and capabilities of the Bahrain Defence Force to protect the homeland and safeguard national gains. In the cable, HM the King's Special Representative wished HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa every success to continue his endeavors, under the leadership of HM the King.more
Royal Court Affairs Minister HH Shaikh Ali bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa sent a cable of congratulations to Lt.Gen. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Supreme Defence (SDC) Council Secretary-General and Royal Guard Commander on being promoted by Royal Order, issued by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to the rank of Lieutenant-General. The Royal Court Affairs Minister congratulated HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa on this occasion, hailing his competence and capabilities as well as dedicated efforts and contributions for the nation. He wished HH Shaikh Nasser every success to continue the march of progress and prosperity under the leadership of HM the King.more
Representatives Council Speaker Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam congratulated Lt.Gen. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Supreme Defence Council (SDC) Secretary-General and Royal Guard Commander, on being promoted by Royal Order, issued by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to the rank of Lieutenant-General. The Speaker praised HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad's efforts as National Security Advisor, Supreme Defence Council (SDC) Secretary-General and Royal Guard Commander, as well as military, humanitarian, youth and sports achievements, which contributed to enhancing Bahrain's standing under the leadership of HM the King. He congratulated HH Shaikh bin Hamad on th royal trust of HM the King, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, wishing HH continued success.more
