Customs chief meets Japanese outgoing envoy

Manama, Feb. 6 (BNA): Customs Affairs Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al-Khalifa received outgoing Japanese Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain Kiyoshi Asako. He praised the envoy for his dedicated efforts to improve bilateral relations and promote joint cooperation in various fields. He wished the outgoing Japanese diplomat success in his new assignments. The two sides also reviewed topics of common interest.