Sheikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Khalifa

Ambassador of Bahrain to the United States

H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Khalifa was appointed ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United States in June 2017. Ambassador Al Khalifa commenced his political career at the Royal Court, where he was in charge of educational, medical, and social affairs. In 2010, Ambassador Al Khalifa was appointed governor of the Southern Governorate of Bahrain, the largest in size with the highest potential for development. He also played an active role in drafting the 2016 National Anti-Drug Strategy, in conjunction with the regional office of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Ambassador Al Khalifa earned his bachelor’s degree in management from Bentley University, where he continued his studies to receive a master’s degree in business administration. Ambassador Al Khalifa also attained a certificate from the Harvard Kennedy School, focusing on “Innovation in Governance.” He is currently pursuing a PhD from the International School of Management based in Paris.

Virtual Roundtable With Sheikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Khalifa

On April 23, AGSIW hosted a virtual private roundtable with H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Khalifa, ambassador of Bahrain to the United States.