Strategic Collaboration Between NHRA and Bahrain Association of Family Physicians to Host Upcoming International Conference
May 1, 2025, 3:29 pm

Strategic Collaboration Between NHRA and Bahrain Association of Family Physicians to Host Upcoming International Conference

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The Bahrain Association of Family Physicians, in collaboration with BDA for Conferences and Exhibitions for Organizing Health and Medical Conferences and Exhibitions, has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA) to co-organize the upcoming edition of the Association’s International Conference, scheduled to be held from 29 to 31 May 2025.
This announcement follows a recent meeting between His Excellency Dr. Ahmed Al Ansari, Chief Executive Officer of NHRA, and members of the Association’s Board of Directors, including Professor Dr. Faisal Al Naser, Dr. Amal Dawood, and Dr. Ali Albaqarra.
The partnership reflects the Association’s continued dedication to advancing medical knowledge and supporting specialized scientific gatherings that foster the exchange of expertise among family physicians on regional and international platforms. It is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the Kingdom of Bahrain’s healthcare sector through professional collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
His Excellency Dr. Al Ansari reaffirmed NHRA’s commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at the development of healthcare professions and services and noted that the Bahrain Association of Family Physicians’ international conference underscores Bahrain’s growing reputation as a regional leader in delivering high-quality medical services. The Authority views this partnership as a key step in reinforcing Bahrain’s status as a regional centre for healthcare innovation and excellence.
Professor Dr. Faisal Al Naser, Chairman of the Association, expressed pride in this strategic collaboration with NHRA, and emphasized that the partnership enhances the Association’s mission to promote family medicine and strengthen the quality and impact of medical events in the Kingdom. The conference will offer a series of specialized scientific programs and interactive sessions designed to elevate medical standards and professional practice.
Dr. Ali Albaqarra., Secretary-General of the Association, stated that the conference presents a valuable opportunity to bring together physicians and experts in family medicine to engage in meaningful dialogue and problem-solving. Moreover, the event will address critical challenges facing the discipline and foster the development of innovative strategies to improve the effectiveness and reach of comprehensive healthcare delivery.
The three-day conference is expected to attract wide participation from healthcare professionals, academics, and stakeholders in family medicine from Bahrain and beyond. The program will include in-depth scientific workshops, thematic panel discussions, and keynote lectures focusing on the latest developments in family medicine, primary healthcare, community medicine, and public health.

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BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has sponsored the BuildHer CityHack 2025 Hackathon, a two-day event spearheaded by the College of Engineering and Technology at the Royal University for Women (RUW).
Aimed at secondary school students, the event brought together a distinguished group of academic professionals and technology experts to mentor and inspire young participants.
More than 100 high school students from across the Kingdom of Bahrain took part in the hackathon, which featured an intensive programme of training workshops and hands-on sessions. These activities were tailored to enhance participants’ critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and team-building capabilities, while also encouraging the development of practical and sustainable solutions to contemporary challenges using modern technological tools.
BENEFIT’s Chief Executive Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi, commented: “Our support for this educational hackathon reflects our long-term strategic vision to nurture the talents of emerging national youth and empower the next generation of accomplished female leaders in technology. By fostering creativity and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s comprehensive development goals and align with the aspirations outlined in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030—an ambition in which BENEFIT plays a central role.”
Professor Riyadh Yousif Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, commented: “This initiative reflects our commitment to advancing women in STEM fields. We're cultivating a generation of creative, solution-driven female leaders who will drive national development. Our partnership with BENEFIT exemplifies the powerful synergy between academia and private sector in supporting educational innovation.”
Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager, PR & Communication at BENEFIT, said: “We are honoured to collaborate with RUW in supporting this remarkable technology-focused event. It highlights our commitment to social responsibility, and our ongoing efforts to enhance the digital and innovation capabilities of young Bahraini women and foster their ability to harness technological tools in the service of a smarter, more sustainable future.”
For his part, Dr. Humam ElAgha, Acting Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology at the University, said: “BuildHer CityHack 2025 embodies our hands-on approach to education. By tackling real-world problems through creative thinking and sustainable solutions, we're preparing women to thrive in the knowledge economy – a cornerstone of the University's vision.”