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Bahrain Paralympic Committee "confident" in Athletics team

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The president of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee, His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Duaij Al Khalifa

, expressed in an official press release his confidence in the Bahrain Paralympic Athletics Team’s ability

to achieve outstanding results in the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.

The Bahrain Paralympic Committee president confirmed that the team's participation in the 2024 Paralympic

Games comes within the strategic plan of the Committee, which aims to develop Paralympic sports in the

We are proud of the participation of the Bahrain Paralympic Athletics Team in this important tournament

, which will witness strong competition from the best Paralympic players in the world.

We at the Bahrain Paralympic Committee have done our utmost to provide all the necessary capabilities


Asian Paralympic Committee announces new leadership and structure

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At its 34th Executive Board meeting, the Asian Paralympic Committee appointed Kazuhiro Yagi as its new

However, the approval of the various new members who will be part of the revitalisation of the Asian Paralympic

In addition to being a Paralympic athlete, Deepa Malik is a doctor and was the first Indian woman to

win a medal at the Paralympic Games.Malik will bring her experience and presence to help decide.

 She will be joined by Mr Ali Almajed of Bahrain, who will act as Vice-Chairman, and five other

sport and the Paralympic Movement in Asia.


Para Taekwondo included in Tashkent 2025 AYPG sports programme

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the second time in Asian Youth Para Games programme in Tashkent 2025 after its successful debut in Bahrain

, Para Swimming, Para Canoe, Para Taekwondo and Para Academic Rowing, it was announced by the Asian Paralympic

Committee recently.9 of these 10 sports are Paralympic sports and will feature in the upcoming Paris

feature in Asian Youth Para Games sports programme after its successful debut at the last edition - Bahrain

2021 Asian Youth Para Games.Para Taekwondo had successful debut in Bahrain 2021 Games.

Games programme and hoped to see a strong competition among the future Asian Para Games and Paralympic


Doha meeting of West Asian NOCs

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region, from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen, the Emirates, the Sultanate of Oman, Iraq, Bahrain

Arts Games in Saudi Arabia due to the tight sports calendar, at the request of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic


Bahrain Paralympic Committee and Royal Hospital join forces to support sports medicine

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Both institutions will support sports medicine at the Paralympic Championships.

The agreement signed by the Bahrain Paralympic Committee and the Royal Hospital Bahrain aims to support

To this end, the Bahrain Paralympic Committee has signed a strategic partnership agreement with the Royal

Games at both local and international levels.The agreement was signed by Mahmoud Ashouri, Bahrain Paralympic

Paralympic Committee and Royal Hospital Bahrain Join Forces to Improve Care for Paralympic Athletes.

It will enhance its ability to provide medical support to athletes and develop Paralympic sports in Bahrain


2025 Tashkent Asian Youth Para Games: Sports programme unveiled

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The Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) revealed the lineup on Wednesday of 10 sports scheduled to be showcased

World Armwrestling Federation, the governing body of the sport, is recognised by the International Paralympic

Committee as an International Federation.Asian Paralympic Committee President Majid Rashed said, “After

Rashed is hoping for robust competition, foreseeing the emergence of future Asian Para Games and Paralympic

Committee and the Asian Paralympic Committee, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the APC for their unwavering

The 2021 iteration of the Asian Youth Para Games was held in Bahrain from 2-6 December, featuring 750


Bahrain to host International and Arab Para-Badminton Championships in May 2024

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The Kingdom of Bahrain will achieve a historic milestone by becoming the first Arab country to host the

Championship from 20-26 May 2024, as announced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Daij Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain

Paralympic Committee.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Daij Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee, announced that the

Kingdom of Bahrain will host, for the first time in the Arab world, the Arab Para-Badminton Championship

Olympic Committee, in developing Paralympic sport in his country.Bahrain's commitment to Paralympic

The President of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee noted that hosting the upcoming Para Badminton Championships

Paralympic Committee.


Gulf Youth Games 2024: UAE leads with 191 medals across 13 sports

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The Gulf Youth Games, themed "Our Gulf is One... Our Youth is Promising," kicked off on 16 April and runs until 2 May in the UAE. With 3,500 male and female athletes participating, the event showcases 24 sports competitions.

success extends across diverse disciplines, including cycling, boxing, and chess, with contributions from Paralympic

Oman secures fourth with 41 medals, while Bahrain and Qatar follow closely with 39 and 25 medals, respectively.The

The volleyball competition concluded with the UAE team finishing fourth, as Bahrain claimed gold, Saudi

Sharjah Equestrian Club.Abdulaziz Bin Ahmed Baeshen, CEO and Secretary General of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic

from the medal standings, citing losses to Saudi Arabia (0-3) and close defeats against Kuwait and Bahrain


Bahrain will send 122 athletes to the Gulf Youth Games

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The Bahrain Olympic Committee has announced the delegation that will take part in the Gulf Youth Games

Bahrain has announced a 197-member delegation for the inaugural Gulf Youth Games to be held in the United

different disciplines, including 4 men and women in athletics, 12 volleyball players, 4 men and women in Paralympic

Committee (@bahrainolympic)Finally, in triathlon, 4 triathletes will seek glory for the Kingdom of Bahrain

Abdulaziz Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Union of Arab National Olympic Committees, member of the Bahrain

Olympic Committee and President of the Bahrain Table Tennis Federation, expressed her gratitude to the



2024 IPC International Women's Day Recognition Award revealed

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The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced the three outstanding winners of the 2024

Karen O'Neill from the Americas Paralympic Committee (Leadership), Noor Husain from NPC Bahrain (Emerging

Winner - Karen O'Neill, Americas Paralympic Committee.

Winner - Noor Husain, Bahrain.

She oversaw the World Cup Boccia 2022 and Bahrain Para Badminton International 2023 events.

Her journey demonstrates her strong commitment and success at NPC Bahrain, making a lasting impact on


BPC President highlights the results and value of Sports Day

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The Bahrain Paralympic Committee held its first board meeting of the year to review the committee's achievements

Sheikh Mohammed bin Daij Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee, chaired the first

meeting of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee 2024 Board of Directors.

He praised the role of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee in achieving its strategic goals by winning a

All of this has put Bahrain on the global map of the Paralympic Games.

GETTY IMAGESThe President of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee highlighted the importance of Bahrain Sports


Bahrain wins three medals at Sharjah International Meeting

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Bahrain's national team for people with disabilities put in a brilliant performance on the first day of competition. Rupa Al-Omari shone in the javelin competition, winning a gold medal.

 With a more than satisfactory result for Bahrain's Paralympic sport, the Bahraini team finished

 It is expected that the Bahrain Paralympic Athletics Team will continue to deliver outstanding

 Bahrain continues its commitment to the inclusion and support of athletes with disabilities.


Bahrain meets with United Nations Development Programme

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His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Daij Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee, met

His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Daij Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee, met

Ahmed bin Salman Al Khalifa, Director of the Financial and Administrative Affairs Department at the Bahrain

Paralympic Committee.

Paralympic Committee.

Acting Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme, praised the efforts of the Bahrain


Bahrain Paralympic Committee attends West Asian Paralympic Federation meeting

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Ali Mohammed Al-Majid, Secretary General of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee (BPC), attended the first

Executive Board meeting for 2024 at the permanent headquarters of the West Asian Paralympic Federation

(WAPF) in Sharjah, where the West Asian Paralympic Games - Sharjah 2024 will be held.

The development and growing importance of Paralympic sport is remarkable, as it has been recognised by

 Presidents of the Bahrain Paralympic Committee and the West Asian Federation met in Sharjah.

Games in West Asia.Bahrain's commitment to developing Paralympic sport and supporting athletes with

 During these dates, the city will host the West Asian Paralympic Games - Sharjah 2024 will be taking

place in the city, where Bahrain will be represented by 55 people, including 41 athletes and 6 committee