Supreme Council for Youth and Sport first deputy chairman, General Sports Authority (GSA) chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa commended the unwavering support of His Majesty King Hamad for the kingdom’s youth and sports sectors.
This followed Shaikh Khalid’s directives to the GSA to activate the Golden Bank initiative, a key project introduced by His Majesty. Shaikh Khalid underscored the initiative’s lasting positive impact on the youth and sports sectors, benefiting both the present and future generations.
Shaikh Khalid emphasised that documenting Bahrain’s achievements in youth and sports is a shared responsibility.
This initiative will ensure the detailed preservation of Bahrain’s sports and youth accomplishments, passing this legacy on to future generations, reflecting the kingdom’s prominence, Shaikh Khalid added.
The GSA has taken the necessary steps to move forward with the Golden Bank project, including the development of a comprehensive website. The platform invites the public to contribute by submitting documents, photos, videos, and memorabilia related to Bahrain’s achievements in youth and sports.
n Shaikh Khalid commended BOC member and Bahrain Table Tennis Association chairperson Shaikha Hayat bint Abdulaziz Al Khalifa for receiving honorary membership on the executive board of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). The recognition was granted during the 44th general assembly of the OCA, held in India last Sunday.
Shaikh Khalid praised Shaikha Hayat’s distinguished career and her notable impact within and beyond Bahrain, which qualified her for this continental recognition, wishing her continued success.
He also emphasised the confidence in national talents of both genders and Bahrain’s prominent sports leadership.