The World Health Organisation (WHO) has launched a case study documenting the Kingdom of Bahrain’s successful response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The study details Bahrain’s wide-ranging efforts in combating the spread of the disease and highlights best practice examples and lessons learned from the pandemic. 
 
The case study was launched during a joint press conference, at the Crown Prince Research Centre on Tuesday, which was held on the sidelines of the visit of the WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari.
 
During the press conference H.E. Dr Jaleela bint Al-Sayed Jawad Hasan, the Minister of Health, affirmed the Kingdom’s pride in having its experience in combating COVID-19 documented by the WHO. She stressed that healthcare remains a priority for the Government of Bahrain, affirming that commitment at the highest political level was instrumental to the success of Bahrain’s COVID-19 response under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the constant follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.