June 2022 5 www.bahrainthismonth.com BOOSTING BUSINESS TIES BBBF Deputy Chair, Paula Boast is instrumental in managing memberships and strategising for the future. We spoke with her to find out more about her efforts to boost Bahraini-British relations. 23 SENSATIONAL, STYLISH AND SPORTY Bentley Motors is one of the most sought-after luxury car brands in the world. Its exclusive distributor in Bahrain, Behbehani Brothers, recently launched the new Bentayga S and we were there to see the new model in all its shiny glory. FAST FRIENDS When it comes to motorsport, the relationship between Bahrain and the UK has always been incredibly strong. We spoke to Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa, Chief Executive of Bahrain International Circuit, to find out more about the fascinating history the two nations share both, on and off the track. 30 PAVING THE WAY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION Dr. Abdulla Al Hawaj, the Founding President of Ahlia University, is one of the top educational leaders in the Middle East. He spoke to us about his studies in the UK and his lifelong mission to improve higher education opportunities in Bahrain. AN AFFINITY WITH THE UK Akram Miknas, one of the most successful businessmen in the Middle East, speaks about his affinity with the UK. CHERISHED MEMORIES & NEW BEGINNINGS Bahrain This Month’s former motoring correspondent and a resident of the Kingdom for more than 40 years, Dick Potter, discusses his new venture back in the UK and reminisces on his time spent on our beautiful island. A DISTINGUISHED SERVICEMAN Sam Thompson is a distinguished serviceman, with experience in the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the London Air Ambulance. He spoke about his new job in Bahrain and gave us an insight into his training alongside some of the UK’s most prominent royals. 43 GENERATIONAL TIES Nasser Al Arayedh, Chairman of Al Arayedh Group Holding (AAGH), who gave us an insight into the Al Arayedh family’s close ties with the British community. We would like to thank the Diplomat Radisson Hotel in Bahrain and its senior management for providing facilities utilised for some of the filmed interviews in this documentary. 21 34 36 40 25
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