Manama, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, at the Al Sakhir Palace today. The meeting reviewed topics related to further bolstering Bahrain's development process and the major projects and plans it encompasses in various domains. His Majesty expressed appreciation and thanks to HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for his dedicated efforts and achievements in leading the government towards further development and excellence. HM the King praised the initiatives of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister that drive the progress of the kingdom's development, and his continuous follow-up that has contributed to the completion of many mega-projects, which have consolidated the kingdom's status and advanced its rankings in development indicators. His Majesty lauded the significant success of the 33rd Arab Summit hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain, presided over by HM the King. His Majesty highlighted the constructive decisions reached in the Bahrain Summit, aiming to reinforce Arab unity, support development, and enhance regional security, peace, and prosperity. His Majesty the King expressed appreciation to all Arab leaders for their contributions to the summit's success, which will serve the interests of the Arab world. His Majesty also commended the efforts of various ministries, government institutions, the private sector, and all involved entities in organising this historic event in Bahrain. Furthermore, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa highlighted the outcomes of his recent successful official state visit to the Russian Federation and his productive talks with His Excellency President Vladimir Putin of Russia. HM the King expressed confidence that these talks with HE President Putin will further strengthen the close historical partnership between Bahrain and Russia and advance their strategic cooperation in various domains. His Majesty also expressed eagerness to meeting His Excellency Pres ident Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China during his forthcoming official state visit to China. HM the King noted that this upcoming visit will serve as a pivotal milestone in the development of the relations between Bahrain and China. Emphasising the commitment of the Kingdom of Bahrain to fostering collaborative ties and partnerships globally, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa emphasised the Kingdom's keenness on consolidating relations and building bridges of cooperation based on mutual respect and common interests. Source: Bahrain News Agency
Bahrain, Pakistan discuss military cooperation
Manama, His Highness General Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa, Commander of the National Guard, received Major General Kashif Abdullah, Director General of Military Operations at the General Command of the Pakistani Army. The meeting discussed topics of common interest. The National Guard Commander praised the Bahrain-Pakistan relations and the advanced cooperation between the National Guard and the Pakistani army. For his part, Major Abdullah thanked HH the National Guard Commander for his continuous efforts in strengthening cooperation. Source: Bahrain News Agency
Labour Minister meets IMF delegation
Manama, Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, Minister of Labour and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labor Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), received members of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation led by John Bluedorn, Deputy Division Chief in the Regional Analytics and Strategy Division of the Middle East and Central Asia Department at the IMF. His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Labour, Nibras Mohammed Talib, CEO of the LMRA, attended the meeting. The delegation was briefed on Bahrain's initiatives in regulating the labour market, which included the development of national labour legislation in line with international standards. They were also briefed on the progress in employment and skill development of national human resources, initiatives for women's advancement, implementation of the National Labour Market Plan. Source: Bahrain News Agency
Interior Minister receives Pakistani military official
Manama, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Interior Minister, received Major-General Kashif Abdullah, the Director-General of the Military Operations in the Pakistani Army. The meeting reviewed cooperation and coordination in security and maritime safety, particularly training and building capabilities. Source: Bahrain News Agency