Manama, Nov. 20 (BNA): Eleven Bahraini women achieved another breakthrough in the 2022 parliamentary and municipal elections. This is the largest number of women winning in the history of Bahrain’s elections. Eight of them won parliamentary seats and three municipal seats.
The number of women in the House of Representatives increased by 33.33%. Only one woman has been re-elected from the previous Parliament.
The 2022 elections have enhanced the dynamism of the electoral process. Bahrainis will see a new parliament change by 82.5% from the outgoing one. Only seven members were re-elected. Of the 33 new winners in this year’s elections, 29 entered parliament for the first time.
The results of the 2022 elections, which witnessed a sweeping participation of 73.18%, are a sign of a successful continuation of the democratic practice that strengthens national action in the Kingdom of Bahrain under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, supported by the efforts of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
His Majesty’s National Vision has strengthened essential contributions to democracy, making citizens a partner in decision-making through their choices at the ballot box.
Bahrainis, from all walks of life, have demonstrated the strength of their commitment to exercising their constitutional right to elect their representatives in the House of Representatives and municipal councils. All
With women now making up 20% of the House of Representatives, Bahrainis are giving a strong indication that their choices are based on merit.
This was also reflected in the return of 27.5% (11/40) MPs who had served in previous terms. It is a strong indication that voters rate their MPs’ performance closely.
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