istoric Manama Souq Set for Major Redevelopment

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Bahraini authorities held a coordination meeting to review progress on redeveloping the historic Manama Souq district, as part of a wider plan to preserve the kingdom’s cultural and architectural heritage.

The meeting brought together Municipalities and Agriculture Affairs Minister Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Housing and Urban Planning Minister Amna bint Ahmed Al Romaihi, and Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities president Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, alongside members of the Capital Trustees Board chaired by Saleh Taher Tarradah.

Officials said the project follows directives from HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and HRH Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa to protect Bahrain’s historic identity and launch an integrated redevelopment plan for the traditional market area.

The redevelopment plan includes restoring heritage buildings, upgrading roads and walkways, improving market spaces and creating venues for cultural and commercial events, officials said.

The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities said preserving the souq’s historic landmarks and architectural character remains a priority as part of efforts to enhance Bahrain’s cultural and tourism profile.