"Bahrain's achievements story of success"

Manama, Mar. 18 (BNA): His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa received at Gudaibiya Palace today a number of senior officials, members of the legislative branch, the Intelligentsia, journalists, media persons and citizens. He discussed with them local issues, stressing the remarkable role of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in the kingdom’s development boom. He described Bahrain’s achievements spearheaded by HM the King with the efforts of the government and the support of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Premier, as a story of success for a nation on the path of progress and prosperity. "We are all working for one goal which is preserving Bahrain and protecting it," HRH the Prime Minister said. "We are all working hand in hand for the present of Bahrain and its future," he added, describing national security, stability and prosperity as a top priority. He also paid tribute to the Bahraini people for their patriotism, awareness, civilization and keenness on the kingdom’s security and stability. HRH the Prime Minister reiterated the need for social media networks to avoid inciting division in the community, urging to rather use them to foster national unity and serve the nation. He stressed that preserving national gains and building on them is a common responsibility, describing defending nations as a must for all. "We need to heed challenges and dangers around us and draw lessons that will help us carry on with development in all sectors," HRH said. HRH the Premier recalled Bahrain’s success in various fields, describing it as the dividend of the dedication and hard work of successive generations. He talked about his recent visit to Al-Naim region to assess citizens’ needs and reach out to them. "Those visits to various regions in Bahrain is our duty towards the nation and people. We are keen to follow up on citizens’ needs and cater for them," HRH the Prime Minister emphasised, pointing out keenness on providing citizens with high quality services. HRH the Prime Minister hailed the role of the legislative branch in backing the development efforts, stressing that cooperation between the executive and legislative branches has contributed to achieving citizens’ aspirations. "We respect this major role of the legislative branch and its cooperation with the government to serve the nation and citizens," he said. He also praised the elections of Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) which, he said, mirrors awareness of its affiliates of the chamber’s crucial role in the kingdom’s growth. He wished BCCI and its new Board of Directors every success.