HRH Prince Salman reinforces oversight in government programmes

TDT | Manama

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His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has affirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to enhancing oversight across government operations, stressing that robust administrative governance is critical to the effective implementation of plans and programmes, and ensures the utilisation of national resources.

HRH Prince Salman made the remark as he received yesterday His Excellency Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, the Auditor-General of the National Audit Office (NAO), at Gudaibiya Palace.

During the meeting, H.E. Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed presented His Royal Highness with the 22nd NAO Annual Report for 2024-2025.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed the importance of the NAO’s ongoing efforts towards ensuring the efficient management of public resources, which play an essential role in supporting the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

Recommendations

His Royal Highness also commended the continued efforts made to implement the report’s recommendations, praising the NAO’s efficiency in carrying out its responsibilities.

He emphasised the importance of thoroughly reviewing and analysing the outcomes concerning government agencies and ensuring that the necessary legal and administrative measures are effectively implemented in response to the NAO’s report.

HRH Prince Salman highlighted that all relevant authorities must ensure that they address the issues and implement the outcomes.

His Royal Highness commended the dedication of Team Bahrain across all sectors and expressed his appreciation for their contributions to advancing the Kingdom’s competitiveness and achieving its development goals.

Royal support For his part, H.E. Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed affirmed that the NAO’s progress since its establishment reflects the continuous support of His Majesty the King and the directives of HRH Prince Salman.