Initiatives taken by the Labour Fund (Tamkeen) to support the private sector in light of the economic impact of COVID-19 was commended. Bahrain Chamber Chairman Sameer Nass underlined Tamkeen's pivotal role in empowering Bahrain's economy and ensuring its sustainability and commended its strenuous efforts to support the private sector in line with the collective national efforts and the leadership's wise directives.

Nass reiterated pride in Tamkeen's concerted effort and swift response to the situation. He shed light on Tamkeen's BD 40 million Business Continuity Support Program- which offers grants to affected business entities- and its potential to revive businesses and contribute to revitalizing the market.

Concluding his statement, Nass voiced pride in all efforts exerted during this difficult time and expressed confidence in overcoming this hardship under the guidance of wise leadership.

He also commended the wise directives of His Royal Highness the Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister on expanding the base of beneficiaries from Tamkeen's support programs to include taxi and bus drivers, driving instructors, and those working at kindergartens and nurseries, in a gesture that reflects the leadership's keenness in supporting all members of the community.

SOURCE: ALBILAD