Southern Governor opens family fair

A family festival was opened at the Southern Governorate amidst festivities marking the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national celebrations on 16 and 17 December, in commemoration of the establishment of the modern Bahraini state as an Arab and Muslim country founded by Ahmed Al Fateh in 1783, the 48th anniversary of its full membership in the United Nations, and the 20th anniversary of His Majesty the King’s Accession to the Throne.

Southern Governor Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa opened the family fair near Bahrain National Stadium, in the presence of senior officials, the media and citizens. The Governor reiterated allegiance to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, stressing the importance of national days that nurture patriotism and showcase landmark achievements in the prosperous era of HM the King.

He paid tribute to HM the King, His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister