Bahrain, US ties set for big leap: PM

Manama : Bahrain-US cooperation will take a major leap in the coming years and the two countries’ visions towards issues of the region will be more harmonious, His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa has said.

HRH Premier expressed the confidence while receiving a delegation from the US House of Representatives, led by the Chairman of the Rules Committee, Peter Sessions at the Gudaibiya Palace yesterday.

“A positive atmosphere has been created after Riyadh summits on the nature of the challenges facing the region, especially in matters of terrorism and extremism. GCC, Arab, Islamic and US leaders have a better understanding of the regional challenges after the summits,” HRH Prime Minister said.

“The Arab-Islamic-American Summit was the best to be held in the Middle East region as it gave hope for achieving security and stability in the region,” said HRH Prime Minister.

Lauding the long-standing Bahraini-US relations, HRH Premier expressed his keenness to bolster bilateral cooperation at all levels, especially on the economy and investment front. HRH Premier highlighted the importance of increased communication between the two countries to deepen to enrich cooperation to achieve common interests.

HRH Premier discussed with the US delegation ways to enhance security, military and trade cooperation in the wake of the US’ new policy and openness towards a comprehensive cooperation with countries of the region.Head of the US delegation Peter Sessions said that HRH Premier is a wise statesman and a role model. “The Premier’s visions on the region’s future and the challenges facing it stem from his experience and wisdom, and should be used as guidelines to strengthen the unity and cohesion of the people,” said.