bahrainthismonth.com | DECEMBER 2025 CONTENTS 8 CONTE Beyond The Punchline From live comedy to corporate development, Imran Al Aradi sheds light on the lessons and turning points that shaped his distinctive approach to connection. Passion, People, Purpose From iconic events to custom cars, Bahraini dynamo Hisham ‘Alex’ Alkhowely opens up about his decades spent energising the Kingdom’s social scene. Steering An Island Icon With fresh eyes and two decades of global hotel experience, new Sheraton Hotel Bahrain General Manager, Jurrien Bongers, discusses settling into the Kingdom and steering an iconic property forward. Bespoke Service Defined Newly appointed General Manager at Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain, Yazan Latif, outlines priorities, guest experience ambitions and strategy. MOTORING INTERVIEWS A Celebration of Automotive Excellence The 2025 Royal Concours motor show, held on the lush greens of the Royal Golf Club, set a new benchmark for classic and luxury automobiles. Icons of Porsche Kristian Harrison attended the incredible Icons of Porsche 2025 in Dubai, witnessing a compelling showcase of heritage models, contemporary installations and innovation. Driving Progress Dealer Principal Manoj Pillai offers a closer look at ISUZU Bahrain’s evolving role in the commercial vehicle landscape. Record Crowds Witness Thriller Toyota Gazoo Racing powered to a sensational one-two in the Bapco Energies 8 Hours of Bahrain to bring the curtains down on an epic 2025 season in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). 108 68 Spotted: Javier Bardem… or Alex? Last month, Bahrain This Month relaunched its iconic Look-ALike column. Welcome to edition two. Bahrain’s Cultural Pulse Sessions by Pomegranate is reshaping Bahrain’s creative scene, creating electronic music moments that draw people together through sound and shared energy. Jazzing It up! The BNP Paribas Bahrain Jazz Fest returns on December 5 at the Royal Golf Club, bringing one of the Kingdom’s most anticipated cultural gatherings back to its open-air stage. 105 LIFESTYLE A Chorus of Global Well Wishes As Bahrain marks its 54th National Day, diplomats and ambassadors reflect on the Kingdom’s progress under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. The Year in Motion Across 12 unforgettable months, Bahrain has had an amazing year! From grand celebrations to quiet cultural treasures, these are the scenes that defined our nation in 2025. A Climb for the Kingdom Abdulrahman Aamer Al Aamer proudly tells all about becoming the first Bahraini to summit Mera Peak. Honouring a Young Achiever As the Kingdom of Bahrain marks its National Day, the achievement of young Bahraini scholar Mohammed Jassim Mubarak offers a timely symbol of national ambition and youthdriven progress. NATIONAL DAY 22
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