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	Bahrain. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-05 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Islam is overwhelmingly the religion of Bahrain, with 75% Shiite and 25% Sunni Muslims.
		Bahrain was once a chief center of pearling, but the industry declined in the 20th cent.
		Bahrain was proclaimed a kingdom in 2002, and the Shura was dissolved prior to the assembly elections.
	www.bartleby.com /65/ba/Bahrain.html (935 words)

	Chamber of Deputies - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Historically, the "Chamber of Deputies" (fr:Chambre des députés) was the lower house of parliament in the French Third Republic; the name is still informally used for the Assemblée nationale under the current Fifth Republic.
		Members of these parliamentary chambers are generally referred to as "deputies", with the sense of "congressperson", "member of parliament".
		The term "deputy" may be extended to refer to any member of a parliamentary body; this usage is particularly common among those parliaments or legislative chambers in French- and Spanish-speaking countries that style themselves National Assemblies.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chamber_of_Deputies (237 words)

	Encyclopedia: Bahrain (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Saudi Arabia is to the west and is connected to Bahrain by a causeway, and Qatar is to the south across the Gulf of Bahrain.
		Bahrain is a generally flat and arid archipelago, comprising of a low desert plain rising gently to a low central escarpment, in the Persian Gulf, east of Saudi Arabia.
		Bahrain's natural resources include large quantities of oil and associated and nonassociated natural gas as well as fish stocks, which is perhaps fortunate as arable land constitutes only 1% of the country.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Bahrain (1111 words)

	Politics of Bahrain - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Bahrain is a constitutional monarchy (until 2002 emirate) with an executive appointed by the king, Shaikh Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and a bi-cameral legislature, with the Chamber of Deputies elected by universal suffrage, and the Shura Council appointed directly by the king.
		Bahrain's five governorates are administered by the Minister of State for Municipalities and the Environment in conjunction with each Governorate's Governor.
		The National Assembly is bicameral with the lower house, the Chamber of Deputies, having 40 members elected in single-seat constituencies by universal suffrage for a four year term.
	www.wikipedia.org /wiki/Politics_of_Bahrain (991 words)

	MEI: Political reform in Bahrain: end of a road?
		Their principal objection was to the way the elected chamber’s legislative role had been undercut by the creation of the new upper house, whose members are appointed by the king.
		Deputies wanted to cross-examine three ministers, none of them ruling family members, individually from the floor about their alleged roles in the affair.
		The political reforms in Bahrain were seen as exemplifying the kind of measures that could be taken without requiring ruling families to give up any of their privileges — neither control over economic resources and political institutions, nor command of the armed forces and security agencies.
	meionline.com /features/194.shtml (2461 words)

	MSN Encarta - Bahrain
		Bahrain is a founding member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and has participated in various council initiatives aimed at promoting economic cooperation among its members.
		Under the 2002 revision, Bahrain is a constitutional monarchy ruled by a king (prior to 2002, the al-Khalifa ruler was called an emir).
		Bahrain is divided into numerous municipalities, administered from Manama by a central council whose members are appointed by the king.
	encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761568494_4/Bahrain.html (670 words)

	ICL - Bahrain Constitution
		If the Chamber of Deputies decides by a majority of two-thirds of its members to give a vote of no-confidence in a Minister, he shall be regarded as having withdrawn from the Ministry from the date of the no-confidence vote, and he shall submit his resignation forthwith.
		If the chamber sees fit to accept the proposal, it shall refer it to the Government to formulate it as a draft amendment of the Constitution or as a draft law and present it to the Chamber of Deputies during the same or succeeding period.
		Together with the draft annual budget the Government shall present the Chamber of Deputies with a statement on the financial and economic condition of the State, the measures taken to implement the budget approbations in force, and the effect of the whole thereof on the new draft budget.
	www.oefre.unibe.ch /law/icl/ba00000_.html (8980 words)

	Middle East and North Africa :: Bahrain :: Background
		Bahrain signed a treaty of perpetual peace and friendship with Britain in 1861 which secured Bahrain against external threats, and the subsequent accession of Sheikh Isa Bin Ali Al Khalifa in 1869 marked the beginning of a period of stability and prosperity which was to last over half a century.
		Bahrain's infrastructure progressed rapidly in the early 1930s with the commissioning of the island's first electric power station, the discovery of oil, and the establishment of phone and air service links.
		Bahrain's modern image reflects a subtle blend of the tradition and culture of the past with the achievements of the twentieth century.
	www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca /middle_east/bahrain_background-en.asp (293 words)

	Elections in Bahrain - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		On 24 October 2002, men and women went to the polls in Bahrain to vote in parliamentary elections for the new National Assembly.
		The National Assembly is bicameral with the lower house, the Chamber of Deputies, having 40 members elected in single-seat constituencies for a four year term.
		The largest oppositon party Al Wefaq has called for the restriction of the rights of elected MPs, campaigning for their legislative powers on issues related to the rights of women and children to be given to unelected clerics.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Elections_in_Bahrain (407 words)

	Bahrain Chamber of Deputies approves BD3.4 billion expenditure - Zawya.com \| Middle East Business News
		Deputy Fareed Ghazi called upon the government to support the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry to enhance the involvement of the private sector in development.
		Some deputies showed their objection to allocate BD123 million in 2005 and BD136.6 million in 2006 under the supervision of the Ministry of Finance and Shaikh Ahmed said that the amount would be allocated for the emergency budget.
		Deputy Dr Salah Ali said that the government should not refer to its support for needy and limited income families as assistance because the Kingdom's main responsibility is to offer decent living conditions for citizens.
	www.zawya.com /Story.cfm/sidZAWYA20050706072431/SecMain/pagHomepage/chnAll%20Bahrain%20News/obj224034A2-8F1A-11D4-867000D0B74A0D7C (1043 words)

	Bahrain (11/04)
		Bahrain is one of the most densely populated countries in the Middle East; about 89% of the population lives in the two principal cities of Manama and Al Muharraq.
		Bahrain is a regional financial and business center; international financial institutions operate in Bahrain, both offshore and onshore, without impediments, and the financial sector is currently the second largest contributor to GDP.
		Bahrain's international airport is one of busiest in the Gulf, serving an average of 580 flights a week.
	www.state.gov /r/pa/ei/bgn/26414.htm (3835 words)

	The Kingdom of Bahrain: The Constitutional Changes, February 22, 2002
		Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar each was designated "State of..." and its ruler called Amir; the United Arab Emirates, despite its name, routinely designates the rulers of each of the Emirates not as Amir but as "Ruler".
		Bahrain is a tiny state, consisting of two main islands and a scattering of reefs and islets; as noted in the introduction, the only other Arabian peninsula state calling itself a Kingdom is Saudi Arabia.
		The Prime Minister presents legislation to the Chamber of Deputies, which may pass, amend, or reject the bill; apparently it may in some cases originate legislation as well, but priority is given to legislation submitted by the government.
	www.theestimate.com /public/022202b.html (2683 words)

	Alexander's Gas & Oil Connections - Bahrain projects oil revenues at BD 196.6 mm
		16-05-05 The Ministry of Finance and the Chamber of Deputies' Committee on Financial and Economic Affairs have reached an agreement to increase the revenue projection from BD 44 mm to BD 196.6 mm, for each financial year of 2005-06, from Bahrain oil field and refinery.
		The announcement was opposed by the Chamber of Deputies which insisted on increasing it to BD 260 mm for each year.
		"The estimations for the Bahrain oil field and refinery in 2002 were BD 2.5 mm and achieved BD 36 mm, in 2003 the estimations were BD 2.5 mm and achieved BD 2 mm, in 2004 the estimates were BD 22.5 mm and achieved was BD 143 mm.
	www.gasandoil.com /goc/news/ntm52358.htm (461 words)

	Bahrain: Deputies defer bill on financial disclosures - Zawya.com \| Middle East Business News
		The Chamber of Deputies has postponed the debate on the draft law on financial disclosures that aims to prevent corruption in the public ranks.
		The financial affairs of the employees in and outside Bahrain, the savings and real estate in the names of their wives and minor children will also be investigated.
		The government agrees with the Chamber on the need to fight corruption and protect public money, but insists that the bill is unnecessary as there are laws and regulations to deal with the matter.
	www.zawya.com /Story.cfm/sidZAWYA20051215035327/SecIndustries/pagLegal/lok035300051215 (340 words)

	MENAFN - Middle East North Africa . Financial Network News: The Chamber of Deputies yesterday approved the estimated ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		The Chamber referred to the committee a proposal to include the privatisation revenues in the state budget as the Minister of Finance, Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed, said such revenues were allocated as a backup for emergency and unexpected projects.
		Deputy Abdulnabi Marhoon said some international publications were true when they highlighted that the Kingdom had two budgets; one that was being discussed by deputies and the other that was hidden for some reasons.
		Deputy Ali Al Samaheeji said that to motivate the youth to join private companies, the government should invest more money in the sector, while Deputy Jassim Abdulaal said assistance from other countries should be included in the budget.
	www.menafn.com /qn_news_story_s.asp?storyid=97475 (961 words)

	Government: Bahrain Mission to the United Nations
		Under the 2002 constitution, Bahrain is a constitutional monarchy, ruled by a king (prior to 2002, the al-Khalifa ruler was called an emir).
		The two houses of the National Assembly are the Consultative Council, whose 40 members are appointed by the king; and the Chamber of Deputies, whose 40 members are elected by direct popular vote by citizens 20 years of age or older.
		Bahrain is divided into 12 municipalities, administered from Manama by a central municipal council whose members are appointed by the king.
	www.un.int /bahrain/government.html (682 words)

	Bahrain: Chamber passes funds report - Zawya.com \| Middle East Business News
		The Chamber of Deputies yesterday passed the recommendations of the final report on the irregularities discovered in the kingdom’s two retirement funds – the General Organisation for Social Insurance (GOSI) and the Pension Fund.
		Eighteen recommendations were approved by the 40-member Chamber during its final session to discuss the report.
		One proposal, that discussed the reassessment of the funds’ subscriptions and the early retirement scheme for women, was rejected by the Chamber.
	www.zawya.com /story.cfm?id=ZAWYA20040122084938 (359 words)

	Welcome to Bahrain Brief
		In a related development, the legislative and legal committee of the Chamber of Deputies (the lower chamber of parliament) approved on 13 January a proposal to criminalise all acts of discrimination in government jobs and leadership positions.
		The deputies’ committee of foreign affairs, defence and national security is expected to endorse the proposal.
		Bahrain Tribune editor Jalil Omar achieved an overwhelming 77% of votes in the elections for the new board of the BJA.
	www.bahrainbrief.com.bh /english/February%202005/current-February%201.htm (658 words)

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		Bahrain's largest political society, Al Wefaq, witnessed a split in its ranks, with some 100 members (including vice president Hasan Mushayma and board member Abd Al Jalil Al Singace) resigning in protest of the decision to abide by the new law.
		Bahrain’s largest political society Al Wefaq National Islamic Society is leading the opposition to the legislation on the grounds that it is un-Islamic and that only religious scholars should have a say in determining personal status issues.
		State Institutions/Separation of Powers The Kingdom of Bahrain defines itself as a hereditary constitutional monarchy, but the powers of the king are too extensive for Bahrain to be considered a constitutional monarchy by the Western definition of a monarchy where the king rules but does not govern.
	www.carnegieendowment.org /files/Bahrain_APS.doc (5948 words)

	:: Nuwab Council :: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Since 2001, Bahrain had undergone major political changes with a profound impact, a National Action Charter was approved by referendum on 14 February 2001 with a 98.4 voting consent, creating a bicameral legislature.
		These steps were supported by strengthening the role of women in national development and political participation, transparency, and the freedom of speech and press.
		The first municipal elections in 29 years were held in May 2002, followed by electing forty members of the Council of Representatives and the appointment of 40 members of the Consultative (Shura) Council of which both form the legislative system in the Kingdom with an independent judiciary system.
	www.nuwab.gov.bh /en (105 words)

	NDI - National Democratic Institute
		Bahrain, an archipelago of 33 islands in the Persian Gulf some four times the size of the District of Columbia, won independence from Britain on August 15, 1971.
		The overarching objective of NDI activities in Bahrain is to improve the prospects for a more inclusive and viable democratic transition process by fostering the civil participation of citizens and accountable and effective political societies.
		To increase the capacity of Bahrain's elected representatives, NDI conducted three workshops for Bahraini political and civil society organizations and members of the newly elected municipal councils.
	www.ndi.org /worldwide/mena/bahrain/bahrain.asp (730 words)

	Bahrain on Encyclopedia.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		BAHRAIN [Bahrain] or Bahrein, officially Kingdom of Bahrain, constitutional monarchy and archipelago (1999 est.
		Special Supplement: GCC - Bahrain - Projects Flow - Bahrain's Economy Has Benefited From Diversification, And Manama's Status As The Gulf's Premier Financial Hub Is Not Under Imminent Threat, Write James Gavin And Kevin Godier.
		Competition for centre stage: Dubai is making great efforts to replace Bahrain as the main financial centre in the region but Bahrain is fighting back.
	www.encyclopedia.com /html/section/Bahrain_Government.asp (1495 words)

	Index of Economic Freedom 2004 - Countries (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Bahrain held municipal elections in May 2002; in October 2002, voters (including women) in the country’s first parliamentary elections in over 30 years elected 40 members to the Chamber of Deputies.
		Bahrain’s fiscal burden of government score is 0.4 point worse this year.
		In the same year, according to the International Monetary Fund, Bahrain received 73.9 percent of its total revenues (the largest portion being oil and gas revenues) from state-owned enterprises and government ownership of property.
	cf.heritage.org /index2004test/country2.cfm?id=Bahrain (1214 words)

	Bahrain Tribune Daily Newspaper, Bahrain
		THE Ministry of Finance and the Chamber of Deputies’ Committee on Financial and Economic Affairs have reached an agreement to increase the revenue projection from BD 44 million to BD 196.6 million, for each financial year of 2005-06, from Bahrain oil field and refinery.
		The announcement was opposed by the Chamber of Deputies which insisted on increasing it to BD260 million for each year.
		“The estimations for the Bahrain oil field and refinery in 2002 were BD2.5 million and achieved BD 36 million, in 2003 the estimations were BD2.5 million and achieved BD2 million, in 2004 the estimates were BD22.5 million and achieved was BD143 million.
	www.bahraintribune.com /ArticleDetail.asp?CategoryId=1&ArticleId=69451 (500 words)

	Mahmood's Den :: The Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain - 2002 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Everyone has the right to express his opinion and publish it by word of mouth, in writing or otherwise under the rules and conditions laid down by law, provided that the fundamental beliefs of Islamic doctrine are not infringed, the unity of the people is not prejudiced, and discord or sectarianism is not aroused.
		Article 24 of the Bahrain Constitution: With due regard for the provisions of the preceding Article, the freedom of the press, printing and publishing is guaranteed under the rules and conditions laid down by law.
		Article 26 of the Bahrain Constitution: The freedom of postal, telegraphic and electronic communication is safeguarded and its confidentiality is guaranteed.
	mahmood.tv /index.php/docs/1750 (9488 words)

	Mahmood's Den :: Deputies Want Gender Segregation at Bahrain University (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		MANAMA, 5 November 2004 — Deputies yesterday vowed to implement gender segregation at the University of Bahrain “in order to protect the new generation” in the face of fierce objection from the students, faculty members and youth societies.
		A proposal submitted by independent Islamic deputy Jassim Al-Saeedi to separate female and male students at the government funded university was approved by the majority of deputies during the weekly session of the Chamber of Deputies.
		Liberal deputy Farid Ghazi was one of the few deputies who decided to vote against the proposal.
	www.mahmood.tv /index.php/news/990?theme=print&XARAYASID=7d5b5eccabc302f759fb4aa7149a53ef (600 words)

	Khaleej Times Online
		He said that deputies and the public wanted to know where the Alba profits were used and how to prevent such cases in other government organisations.
		The Chamber succeeded in including 2.5 per cent of Alba's revenues in the state budget for 2005-06, but deputies want to include all profits in the future budgets.
		Deputies were not convinced when Minister of Finance Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa told them that Alba revenues had been allocated for the government's emergency plans.
	www.khaleejtimes.com /DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2005/August/middleeast_August402.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (280 words)

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