New Laws on Health, Energy and Digital Sectors Move Forward

TDT | Manama

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The Shura Council approved four legislative proposals in principle and referred them to the government as part of efforts to modernise laws and support Bahrain’s development goals.

During the fourth session of the sixth legislative term, the Council reviewed eight proposals covering key sectors including healthcare, renewable energy, information technology and national industries.

Among the approved proposals is a draft law regulating health tourism, aimed at creating a legal framework to improve healthcare services, enhance transparency and strengthen oversight.

The Council also approved amendments to the Child Law to improve supervision of nurseries and further protect children’s rights and welfare.

In the energy sector, members backed a renewable energy proposal designed to encourage investment and support Bahrain’s transition towards clean energy solutions.

Another approved proposal includes amendments to the law regulating medical and dental professions to update regulations related to special medical cases in line with current developments.

Meanwhile, specialised committees are continuing their review of three additional proposals, including measures to support national industries, improve administrative penalties for private healthcare institutions, and strengthen penalties for digital manipulation and falsification of audio-visual content.

A proposal related to regulating artistic professions was withdrawn by its sponsors for further study, aiming to develop a more comprehensive framework to support Bahraini artists and enhance their professional status.