HRH Premier thanked by Japanese Emperor

Manama, Feb. 14 (BNA): His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa the Prime Minister received a cable of thanks from HM Emperor Akihito of Japan in reply to HRH the Premier's congratulations on His Majesty's birthday anniversary. In his reply cable, HM Emperor Akihito wished HRH the Prime Minister lasting good health and happiness, and the Kingdom of Bahrain further progress and prosperity. HRH the Prime Minister also received a similar cable of thanks from the Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.