Office of the First Deputy Prime Minister

The Office of the First Deputy Prime Minister is a Bahraini governmental entity that exists to assist the First Deputy Prime Minister in the performance of his official duties. It provides administrative, advisory and coordination support. The office helps to ensure that the policies and directives of the First Deputy Prime Minister are communicated and implemented across relevant government departments. It also serves as a point of contact for inter‑agency liaison on matters that fall under the purview of the deputy prime minister’s portfolio. By facilitating internal workflows and information exchange, the office contributes to the overall functioning of the national administration. Its activities are confined to the Kingdom of Bahrain and are aligned with the priorities set by the country’s leadership.

The office came into public attention during a cyberattack on 25 July 2019 that targeted several Bahraini government bodies, including the National Security Agency and the Ministry of Interior, alongside critical infrastructure providers. The incident was described as a coordinated effort that resulted in temporary system shutdowns and was suspected to involve Iranian state‑linked actors, although direct attribution was not confirmed. Local authorities reported that, prior to the attack, they had successfully intercepted millions of cyber threats, indicating a heightened threat environment. The exposure of the Office of the First Deputy Prime Minister in this event underscores its integration into the state’s digital infrastructure and its relevance to national security considerations. As a senior governmental office, it holds a distinct position within Bahrain’s administrative hierarchy, reflecting the trust placed in it by the executive leadership. No public information is available regarding its size, staffing levels or any subsidiary relationships, so those aspects remain unspecified.