www.bahrainthismonth.com Bystander This month our photographers have been busy at national days for Lebanon, Thailand and Korea. The Japanese Embassy celebrated its Emperor’s birthday and the Caledonian Society marked St Andrew’s Day. We also turned out for the launch of one of the Kingdom’s biggest expos, Jewellery Arabia, as well as several new car showroom launches. Issue 221 Contents January 2016 26 34 36 46 32 55 38 HAPPENINGS Bahrain This Month previews events happening around town during the month of January 2016. 20 The Nest: Block 338’s annual street market and art event returns to Adliya. 22 To Be or Not To Be: Shakespeare’s Hamlet at the Cultural Hall. 24 Musical Extravaganza: Japanese musician Missa Johnouchi takes to the stage. 26 Flying High: Bahrain International Airshow is back with fun for all the family. 28 Thought Provoking Art: Gilgamesh-inspired installations at La Fontaine. 30 Strut Your Mut: It’s time for the BSPCA’s annual dog walk. After Dark Happenings: 32 Straits Up: Money For Nothing at Sherlock Holmes. INTERVIEWS 34 Soaring to New Heights: Ahmed Alnemah, Acting Undersecretary for Civil Aviation Affairs on the organisation of the airshow. 36 New Man on the Bridge: Vice Admiral Kevin Donegan explains his role at the head of US Naval operations in the Gulf. 38 Targeting Agreements and Investment: Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali highlights his country’s growing economy. 39 Striving for Perfection: Hyundai vice president Jin (James) Kim debuts the brand’s new compact SUV. 40 Explosively Successful: Young inventor Tasneem Yousif introduces the robot that’s won an international prize. 41 The Club With a Cause: Renuka Ravindran on a half century of Rotary in the Kingdom. FEATURES 46-53 Travel: A short sojourn in the Seychelles reveals heaven really is a place on Earth and a weekend break in Oman leaves our reporter wanting more. 55-61 A Special Relationship: A look at the ties between Britain and Bahrain as the two countries prepare to celebrate 200 years of friendship. January 2016 5
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