HRH Premier meets UAE ambassador

Manama, Apr.25 (BNA): His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al-Khalifa hailed deep-rooted historic and fraternal relations binding the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, affirming mutual keenness on further strengthening joint ties.  He made the statement as he received at the Gudaibiya Palace newly-appointed UAE Ambassador to Bahrain Shaikh Sultan bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al-Nahyan. HRH the Premier congratulated the new UAE envoy on his appointment, wishing him success in his diplomatic duties to further bolster strong bridges of cooperation.  He hailed steadily-growing relations in all fields, affirming joint keenness on building a strong model of cooperation towards achieving shared vital interests. The Premier hailed the UAE landmark strides in all fields, hailing the Emirati unwavering stances in support of the Kingdom of Bahrain in all circumstances, which reflects strong fraternal relations.  He extended greetings and appreciation to UAE President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, Vice President, Prime Minister and Dubai Ruler HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and UAE Armed Forces Deputy Supreme Commander HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan. The UAE envoy expressed deepest thanks to HRH the Premier, hailing his keenness on supporting and consolidating bilateral relations. He hailed bilateral relations which, he said, represent a model to emulate in interstate relations, hailing Bahrain’s development strides.