Manama, July 8 (BNA): His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF), attended the 21st ceremony honouring 653 students from various educational stages who achieved a grade of 95% or above during the 2024/2025 academic year, in addition to honouring 26 graduates who received bachelor’s degrees through Foundation scholarships.

Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education; Shaikh Adnan bin Abdullah Al Qattan, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the RHF; Dr. Mustafa Al Sayed, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the RHF, and Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Secretary-General of the RHF, were present.

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad highlighted that the care provided by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Honorary President of the RHF, for the Foundation’s beneficiaries is a fundamental pillar in building the nation’s future. This care helps raise their intellectual and educational standards, reflecting His Majesty’s commitment to broadening knowledge, strengthening students’ ability to support national progress, and creating an encouraging learning environment for youth.

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad commended the support the RHF receives from the government, led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, through various plans, programmes, and ongoing support for students.

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad highlighted that outstanding students are the nation’s foundation and key to its progress. He expressed pride in their ability to lead the future and continue developing the country with skill and dedication. He noted that the achievements and academic success of students from the RHF reflect their strong determination and excellence, and he congratulated them on their well-deserved success.

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad also commended the Ministry of Education for offering programmes and curricula that enhance students’ sense of belonging to the nation and refine their characters, enabling them to be active contributors to the country’s progress and advancement.

Dr. Juma thanked His Majesty the King for the patronage of education and support for outstanding students, as well as His Majesty's commitment to investing in the education of Bahrain’s youth and equipping them with modern sciences and knowledge to serve the Kingdom.

He highlighted pride in HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad’s inspiring leadership, noting that his successful visit to the Russian Federation demonstrates the exemplary role model he offers Bahraini youth.

Dr. Juma emphasised that the RHF's mission and pioneering humanitarian work under HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad, guided by His Majesty the King’s vision, is a source of pride and international recognition. He added that the Ministry’s strong partnership with the Foundation focuses on serving humanity, developing minds, and promoting knowledge.

Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa thanked His Majesty the King for His Majesty's commitment to humanitarian efforts and the development of RHF. He also commended the support of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad for the educational journey of the Foundation’s students, and his continuous encouragement for them to achieve excellence and academic advancement.

Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa also expressed his pride in the outstanding performance and distinction of the RHF's students, congratulating them on their achievements.

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad honoured the students who won the "Leadership and Excellence" award, given to those who achieved the highest grades at the end of each educational stage (twelve students), in addition to honouring a group of outstanding primary school students, both boys and girls, who achieved a grade of 95% or above.

After the ceremony, students who achieved 95% or above were honoured, as well as university graduates who received Foundation scholarships.

Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa also presented a commemorative gift to the Minister of Education.

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