HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister meets with the 27th intake of the CPISP
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met the 27th intake of the Crown Prince’s International Scholarship Program (CPISP), along with their parents and members of the CPISP Board of Directors, at Riffa Palace.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed that investing in Bahraini youth through scholarship programmes, academic support, and opportunity creation remain central to preparing generations capable of advancing the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
His Royal Highness congratulated the students on their admission to the programme, commending their dedication, excellence, and outstanding achievements, which reflect the ambition and capabilities of Bahraini citizens.
His Royal Highness commended parents for their vital role in supporting their children’s higher education aspirations and wished the students continued success in achieving their ambitions and contributing to the Kingdom’s progress and development.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister noted that the students’ strong performance in the interviews and assessments reflects the ambition and determination of Bahraini youth to achieve the highest levels of success.
His Royal Highness emphasised that investing in education and upskilling consolidates the presence of national talent across leadership and innovation, contributing to building a more prosperous future for the Kingdom.
His Royal Highness underscored that the continued development of high-quality educational programmes is essential for equipping future generations with the skills required to adapt to global changes and create new opportunities.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister highlighted the importance of advancing initiatives and programmes that contribute to enhancing students’ capabilities, supporting their academic and professional development.
His Royal Highness expressed his thanks and appreciation to the CPISP staff and supporting institutions for their efforts in supporting the programme’s success and strengthening its outcomes since its inception.
The recipients of the 2026 CPISP scholarships are:
• Aaya Mohamed Merza Ashoor – Arabian Pearl Gulf School
• Ahmed Hussain Sameer Abdulrahman – Hawar International School
• Ali Husain Ali Mahdi – St. Christopher’s School
• Carma Khalid Naji El Ali – St. Christopher’s School
• Dana Hassan Ali Al Saffar – Jidhafs Secondary Girls School
• Dana Mohamed Radhi Al Qumaish – The British School of Bahrain
• Hasan Ammar Mohamed Al Saad – Bahrain School
• Hussain Fareed Hamza Rahimi – St. Christopher’s School
• Jena Salman Ali Al Sairafi – International School of Geneva
• Mariam Ahmed Mahdi Alghanemi – Saar Secondary Girls School
• Mohamed Adel Mohsen Abdulla Mohsen – Nasser Centre for Science & Technology
• Nabeel Abdulnabi Jawad Ali Jasim – Shaikh Isa Bin Ali Secondary Boys School
• Omid Hasan Ghulam Abdali – St. Christopher’s School
• Ronin Abdulla Salman Ahmed – Ahlia School
• Sarah Hussain Mahdi Al Jaidoom – Ibn Khuldoon National School
• Sara Jalal Alawi Sharaf – St. Christopher’s School
• Sayed Yousif Sayed Adnan Al Mousawi – The British School of Bahrain
• Yousif Khalid Abduljabbar Al Awadhi – Ibn Khuldoon National School
• Yousif Yaqoob Yousif Ahmed – Al Taawon Secondary Boys School
For their part, the students of the CPISP 27th intake expressed their gratitude and appreciation for His Royal Highness’ unwavering support in empowering Bahraini youth through education, noting that it motivates them to pursue academic excellence and contribute to the Kingdom’s ongoing development.
HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, and several senior officials, also attended the meeting.
