Interior Minister patronises professional development conference, exhibition

Manama, Nov. 21 (BNA): Under the patronage of Interior Minister, Ltieutenant-General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, the 12th professional development conference and exhibition of American Society of Safety Engineers' Middle East Chapter was held. The event was attended by HH Prince Faisal bin Abdulaziz bin Nasser Al Saud, Oil Minister, Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Labour and Social Development Minister, Jameel bin Mohammed Humaidan, Deputy Interior Minister, Shaikh Talal bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Capital Governor, Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa and Customs President, Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The event is considered as one of the leading conferences that tackle safety, environment, and occupational health in oil, gas and petrochemical industry in the region. The Interior Minister expressed appreciation to the organisers of the conference and their ongoing commitment to hold it Bahrain. He said that the Interior Ministry has been dedicated to continue cooperation and coordination with the American Society of Safety Engineers dated back to the 5th conference held in February 2000. He also thanked the attendees and companies for their contributions to the exhibition that is held on the sideline of the conference to showcase general safety-related products and services. He said that safety covers various fields, including risks management, especially the protection of oil establishments as targeting them could cause major danger to the safety of individuals and public and private property. He highlighted that the swift response and capabilities of specialised authorities in dealing with the Iran-backed terrorist act of blasting oil pipeline in Buri prevented losses. He said that it is important to take measures and allocate all capabilities to protect oil establishments because of their sensitive nature. The minister asserted that Bahrain has been periodically selected to host the conference for its dedication to general safety to protect lives and resources. This is a top priority of the reform project of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the wise government is dedicated to safety in all its programmes and projects. He honoured the organisers of the event and toured the exhibition that includes the participation of various directorates of the Interior Ministry. During his tour, the Interior Minister was briefed about the latest safety technologies. The event attracts more than 600 participants and it is held through 30 sessions and 15 workshops.