Chairman of the Shura Council H.E. Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh today sent a congratulatory cable to Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), marking the International Women's Day.

H.E. Al Saleh appreciated highly the crucial role played by Bahraini women in various fields and their significant national, regional and international contributions, which, he said, has reflected the Bahraini women's honourable image, consolidated their status and enhanced their pioneering roles.

He hailed the fruitful and constructive efforts of HRH Princess Sabeeka to protect women's rights and dignity.

He also praised the achievements of the SCW under her leadership.