Masari, NJEDA sign MoU to facilitate internship opportunities for Bahraini youth
Masari, NJEDA sign MoU to facilitate internship opportunities for Bahraini youth
Manama, Apr. 29 (BNA): Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, and Phil Murphy, Governor of the State of New Jersey, attended the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Masari Authority in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA).
The agreement aims to provide structured internship opportunities for Bahraini youth in New Jersey, in line with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030. It also supports youth empowerment and promotes cross-cultural professional exchange.
Minister Tawfiqi emphasised the significance of the partnership, noting that the MoU represents a key milestone in the national drive to equip Bahraini youth with practical training and international exposure.
She underscored the Ministry’s commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen the skills and capabilities of young Bahrainis, enabling them to contribute effectively to sustainable national development.
Governor Murphy highlighted the potential of the partnership to serve as a model for international cooperation in youth development.
He noted that the initiative would allow Bahraini youth to gain exposure to New Jersey’s economic landscape, helping to foster mutual growth and experience-sharing.
The MoU was signed by Bassam Abdulrahman Altattan, Chairman of the Masari Authority, and Tim Sullivan, Chief Executive Officer of NJEDA.
It outlines a range of collaborative activities, including introductory sessions with industry leaders, engagement with leading businesses and institutions, and coordination of internship placement and training.
Altattan affirmed the importance of the agreement in advancing youth development and international engagement.
He stated that the Masari Authority is keen to ensure that young Bahrainis benefit from hands-on training in developed economic settings, supporting their skills development and readiness for the labour market.
Sullivan noted the long-term value of investing in youth, expressing NJEDA’s readiness to host Bahraini interns and contribute to strengthening regional cooperation.
Wesley Mathews, CEO of Choose New Jersey, affirmed the organisation’s support for the initiative, describing the internship programme as an opportunity to build lasting ties between two dynamic economies and equip young people with meaningful cultural and professional experiences.
