Honoring Jawad Bukhamsin and Abdul Fatah Ma'rifi in Bahrain

The ceremony, held at the Sofitel Bahrain hotel, was attended by Kuwaiti officials, as well as a number of Bahraini officials, prominent figures, and representatives of civil and charitable organizations in Bahrain. The event featured a diverse array of segments, organized with exceptional logistical arrangements.

The Minister of Social Development honored 13 distinguished pioneers of charitable and social work, and holders of humanitarian initiatives, including two individuals from Kuwait: businessman Jawad Bu Khamseen and AbdulFatah Ma’arifi, in recognition of their rich contributions and outstanding efforts in humanitarian, charitable, and social work.

In his speech at the ceremony, Al-Alawi emphasized the importance of charitable and humanitarian work in serving, developing, and prospering societies and nations, noting that this role constitutes a central pillar of effective community partnership in serving societies and nations.

The Bahraini Minister of Social Development praised the prominent role of the honorees in their distinguished social and humanitarian contributions, which support the efforts of official authorities toward developing and advancing society in all fields.

Prominent businessman Jawad Bu Khamseen received considerable attention and warm reception from the attendees at the honorary ceremony, reflecting the social and economic status he enjoys. He was a focal point of respect and appreciation among the attendees as a prominent figure in Kuwait and the Gulf region, due to his significant role in economic and social fields, and his community contributions through charitable works, including the establishment of the Jawad Bu Khamseen Charity and the National Humanitarian Message Association. Additionally, the ceremony provided an opportunity to meet many attendees, exchange friendly conversations, memories, and experiences, and strengthen his fraternal relationships with various prominent figures in the Kingdom of Bahrain over many years.

On this occasion, Bu Khamseen expressed his pride and appreciation for the honor he received, which represents recognition for all pioneers of social work and holders of charitable and humanitarian contributions and initiatives in various fields, who have felt the magnitude of what they have contributed in service to their nations and societies. He said, “I am pleased with this honor, which took place in the soil of the sisterly Kingdom of Bahrain, a country that holds a special place in my heart due to the bonds, and fraternal and friendly relations on various levels that connect me to it. I am delighted to be among the honorees alongside a select group of holders of charitable and humanitarian contributions and initiatives in the Kingdom of Bahrain, which confirms the strong ties we enjoy in our sisterly countries on all fronts, making us live as one united entity.”

He added, “I am happy to have received this honor, which reflects the love for giving and charitable work possessed by the people of Kuwait, whether in our beloved homeland or in sisterly countries, including the Kingdom of Bahrain, with which we share close and firm relations on various fronts and fraternal bonds within the framework of one family that stands together in all circumstances.”

He emphasized that “this honor is not limited to the honorees alone, but rather sends a message and provides motivation for everyone to continue working and launching community and humanitarian initiatives that serve our societies and countries, to achieve further progress and prosperity. He commended the efforts of the organizers for their benevolent work, excellent organization, and warm hospitality during the honorary ceremony.”

For his part, Kuwaiti businessman AbdulFatah Ma’arifi expressed his happiness with this honor, which carried many meanings and reflected the importance of the social and charitable role in building societies and nations.

Maarfi said, “I was delighted to stand beside my brother Jawad Al-Bu-Khamseen in receiving this honor, alongside the esteemed brothers, prominent figures in social and humanitarian giving, in the sisterly Kingdom of Bahrain. The event embodied unity and the spirit of a single family that binds Kuwait and Bahrain across various fields, particularly the social sphere, given the strong ties and bonds that connect them.”

Maarfi expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the organizers of the commemorative ceremony, praising its excellent preparation and organization, and expressing his hope that this continued engagement, which contributes to serving our shared community, would endure.