Speaker highlights Bahrain’s democratic progress

Manama, Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, stated that His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa's vision has advanced Bahrain's democratic practices, strengthening the rule of law, civic participation, and institutional governance. In a statement marking the International Day of Democracy, Al Musallam highlighted Bahrain's significant progress since the launch of the National Action Charter, which laid the foundations for a democratic model based on the separation of powers and effective cooperation between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. He emphasised that this framework has enabled Bahrain to achieve stability and foster broader public participation in governance, contributing to the country's overall development. Al Musallam reiterated that Bahrain's approach to democracy is characterised by a commitment to inclusive governance, ensuring that laws and policies are implemented in accordance with constitutional principles. He also noted that Bahrain continues its commitment to democratic development in its sixth legislative term, focusing on cooperation with the government to serve national interests and safeguard progress. Al Musallam underscored the importance of fostering a democratic culture rooted in constitutional frameworks, which has garnered recognition from the international parliamentary community. He pointed out that Bahrain is committed to modernising its legislative system, including advancements in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and governance, in line with global trends. Source: Bahrain News Agency