Press plays pivotal role in COVID fight

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, emphasised the pivotal role of the Kingdom’s press in effectively raising awareness on measures to combat the COVID-19. HRH noted that it is an important part of the combined efforts of Team Bahrain to overcome the effects of the global pandemic and maintain public health.

This came as HRH Prince Salman yesterday met with the editors-in-chief of local news outlets, at Riffa Palace, and presented them with the “Prince Salman bin Hamad Medal for Medical Merit”, in recognition of their prominent role in supporting the Kingdom’s comprehensive COVID-19 response.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister noted that the Royal Order to present the “Prince Salman bin Hamad Medical Merit” to the Kingdom’s frontline professionals and supporting staff, reflects His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s appreciation of Team Bahrain’s relentless efforts and honourable sacrifices made in combatting the COVID-19 and preserving public health. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister noted the press’s role in covering various issues of interest to the Bahraini citizens, which contributes to the Kingdom’s development and prosperity.

The editors-in-chief expressed their gratitude for receiving the Royal Order and their appreciation to HRH the Crown Prince and the Prime Minister for presenting them with the “Prince Salman bin Hamad Medical Merit”. The recipients noted that the Medal represents a greater responsibility for local news outlets to contribute to the success of all development projects in the Kingdom.

His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Minister of Finance and National Economy, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, and the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, HE Hamad bin Faisal Al Malki, also attended the meeting.