HRH Premier receives SCIA president

Manama, Aug. 28 (BNA): His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa received the President of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (SCIA), Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalid Al Khalifa, in the presence of Deputy Premier, Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, at the Gudaibiya Palace today. HRH Premier lauded the role played by Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalid Al Khalifa, describing him as a national and historical reference, and a person whose commendable dedicated patriotic efforts in the service of nation are a source of pride. The Prime Minister praised Shaikh Abdulla’s clear imprints in the national march, and expressed thanks and appreciation to him for his great and outstanding contributions throughout his tenure as SCIA President.