Deputy premier receives U.S ambassador

Manama, Mar. 29 (BNA): Deputy Premier, HH Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, received here today the newly-appointed U.S Ambassador to Bahrain, Justin Siberell. The deputy premier welcomed the new envoy, and wished him every success in carrying out his new duties. He also lauded the good friendly Bahraini-U.S relations, and their steady progress in various fields. Ambassador Siberell praised the progress boom witnessed by the kingdom in various fields, noting that it is widely appreciated and admired. He expressed thanks and appreciation to the deputy premier for the warm welcome accorded to him.