His Excellency Ministry of Interior Undersecretary for Nationality, Passports and Residence (NPRA) Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa received His Excellency the Capital Governor Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa. The meeting marked the celebration of the Capital Governorate's achievement in receiving the accreditation certificate from the World Health Organization as the first “Healthy Governorate” in the Eastern Mediterranean Region. Present was Deputy Capital Governor Hasan Abdulla Al Madani.
During the meeting, HE NPRA Undersecretary praised this significant national achievement, describing it as a pivotal step toward realizing the Sustainable Development Goals. He highlighted that the initiative plays a crucial role in improving the quality of life by fostering healthy practices, enhancing essential services, and strengthening community partnerships. His Excellency emphasised that this accomplishment reflected the commitment of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and the support of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
His Excellency highlighted that this achievement is a continuation of a successful journey that began with the launch of the Healthy Cities Programme in 2017. The programme first recognised the Um Al-Hasam area as a Healthy City in 2018, followed by Manama, which became the first “Healthy City” in the region in 2021. These efforts were further expanded to include all villages and cities within the governorate, ultimately culminating in the Capital Governorate being declared the first Healthy Governorate.
At the conclusion of the meeting, HE NPRA Undersecretary expressed his pride in this remarkable national achievement. He commended the sincere efforts of the Capital Governorate and its team in reaching this milestone and extended his heartfelt wishes for their continued success in serving the country.
