Support for meeting Egyptians' aspirations stressed

Cairo, Apr 26 (BNA): HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today expressed delight in visiting Egypt in response to the invitation of President Abdul Fattah Al-Sisi that reflects the depth of the historical relations between the two countries. HM the King pointed Egypt's leading role in promoting the development process witnessed by various fields in Bahrain, including educational, judicial and many other areas. HM the King reiterated Bahrain's support for Egypt and hailed the efforts of President Al-Sisi and the government of Egypt to meet the expectations of the Egyptian people. HM the King welcomed President Al-Sisi's initiative on the formation of an Arab military force to defend Arab nation against threats may face, expressing optimism that more qualitative steps to follow that will push the bilateral relations to wider horizons. HM the King wished Egypt, Arab and Islamic countries further stability, progress and prosperity.