Manama, Feb. 16. (BNA) – Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of HM the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women, has praised the landmark achievements of Bahraini women through being elected directly to the 28th Board of Directors of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI).

HRH Princess Sabeeka voiced the stances as she sent today congratulatory cables to Afnan Rashid Al-Zayani, Deema Rasoul Abdulla Al-Haddad, Shaikha Hind bin Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa and Ahlam Youssef Othman Janahi, marking their victory in BCCU Board elections.

She pointed out such a victory, reflecting national efforts to continue the nation-building and development process, reaffirms Bahraini women’s resolve to play a crucial role in the nation modernisation march, within a real and effective partnership with men.

HRH Princess Sabeeka wished the female winners every success in assuming their duties as BCCI Board members, expressing hope that they will be able to achieve the expectations of the people they represent for the benefit of the national economy.

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BNA 1321 GMT 2014/02/16