Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of the Royal Court, recently received Ali Ahmed Al Derazi, President of the National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR), where Mr. Al Derazi presented the NIHR’s 13th annual report for 2025. This presentation marked a significant occasion for the institution. The meeting noted Bahrain's commitment to human rights progress, according to a statement released following the reception. The 13th annual report for 2025 details the institution's full activities and findings over the past year.
Shaikh Khalid conveyed His Majesty the King’s greetings to the NIHR, its members, and General Secretariat, commending the achievements outlined in the report. He stated, "The Minister conveyed His Majesty the King’s greetings to the NIHR, its members and General Secretariat, and commended the achievements outlined in the report, which reflect Bahrain’s progress in human rights as part of the Kingdom’s full development process." This commendation showed the royal family's recognition of the institution's vital work. Shaikh Khalid added that these efforts "further strengthen Bahrain’s role as a leading hub for human rights and development initiatives." Mr. Al Derazi noted that the report "documents the institution’s main efforts and initiatives during 2025, alongside its recommendations, field monitoring findings, and training and awareness programmes implemented throughout the year." He emphasized the thoroughness of the report in capturing the NIHR's multifaceted contributions.
NIHR's 2025 Achievements Detailed
The annual report from the National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR) documents the institution’s primary efforts and initiatives throughout 2025. It details key initiatives, recommendations, field monitoring findings, and training and awareness programs implemented during the year, noting developments in human rights within the Kingdom of Bahrain. The report specifically outlines the NIHR’s endeavors and progress in this field, offering a full overview of its operations. These efforts and developments encompass a wide range of activities aimed at promoting and protecting human rights across the Kingdom. Among its activities, the NIHR organized a regional workshop on “Responsible AI Governance in Arab States,” held in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). This event, which focused on a critical emerging area of human rights, was noted by the Minister as a significant undertaking by the institution, demonstrating its forward-thinking approach. The report notes the NIHR’s efforts and developments in human rights in the Kingdom of Bahrain, providing transparent information on its operations.
Royal Endorsement and Commitment
Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of the Royal Court, conveyed His Majesty the King’s greetings to the National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR), its members, and General Secretariat. The Minister also commended the achievements detailed in the NIHR's 13th annual report for 2025. Shaikh Khalid stated that the report's findings "reflect Bahrain’s progress in human rights as part of the Kingdom’s full development process." This statement reinforced the alignment between the NIHR's work and the broader national development agenda.
Speaking during his reception of NIHR President Ali Ahmed Al Derazi, Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa affirmed His Majesty the King’s commitment to strengthening the Kingdom’s human rights framework and upholding the principles of the rule of law and justice within Bahrain. This commitment is viewed as foundational to the nation's progress. Shaikh Khalid reiterated continued royal support for these ongoing efforts, showing the monarch's dedication to human rights advancement and the institution's mandate. He stressed that His Majesty's vision is key for the sustained development of human rights protections in the country.
NIHR's Regional and International Standing
Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa praised the National Institution for Human Rights' (NIHR) regional and international achievements, according to a statement. These accomplishments include the institution's presidency of the Arab Network for National Human Rights Institutions, a role that signifies its leadership and influence beyond national borders. The recognition from Shaikh Khalid shows the NIHR's role beyond Bahrain's borders, noting its contributions to regional human rights discourse and cooperation. The Minister specifically noted the NIHR’s organization, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), of the regional workshop on “Responsible AI Governance in Arab States,” as an example of its significant international engagement.
Ali Ahmed Al Derazi, President of the NIHR, expressed sincere gratitude to His Majesty the King for the unlimited royal support extended to the institution. Mr. Al Derazi's statement acknowledged the significance of the King's backing for the NIHR's operations and its ability to pursue its mandate both domestically and internationally. This support is seen as key for the institution's ongoing work in promoting and protecting human rights, enabling it to fulfill its mission effectively and independently.
