Bahrain and Egypt boost bilateral ties

Manama : Egypt President Abdul Fatah Al-Sisi who arrived  on an official visit to the Kingdom yesterday held talks with His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to boost bilateral relations at various levels in the interest of the two countries and their people. The talks were held in the presence of His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa and delegations of both countries. Regional and international developments and topics of joint interests were reviewed, in addition to pushing on with efforts to combat terrorism and its forms of financing to establish peace, security and stability in the region. 

HM the King expressed delight in the Egyptian President’s visit that reflects the depth of the Bahraini-Egyptian relations, saying the Egyptian President’s visit is a good opportunity to promote coordination, consultation and cooperation in various fields. The two leaders paid tributes to the strong bilateral relations, looking forward to further broadening cooperation. HM the King hailed the development seen by various fields under the leadership of President Al-Sisi, welcoming Egypt’s supportive stances toward the Kingdom , and its key contributions to Bahrain’s development process. He reiterated standing by Egyptian efforts to combat terrorism and extremism. 

HM the King pointed out Egypt’s pivotal role in defending Arab national security and maintaining peace and stability in the Middle East. The Egyptian President expressed delight in meeting HM the King in Bahrain within the framework of reinforcing coordination and consultation that contribute to boosting the bilateral relations. He expressed appreciation of the warm welcome and generosity, noting the royal role in promoting Bahraini-Egyptian relations. He lauded Bahrain’s genuine stances under the leadership of HM the King toward Egypt and its people, as well as its honourable support for the joint Arab action. 

The two leaders attached great significance to Arab unity and solidarity to safeguard Arab interests and gains. They also highlighted standing firmly against foreign attempts to interfere in the internal affairs of Arab countries. Earlier in the day, His Majesty welcomed President Al-Sisi at Bahrain International Airport upon his arrival.  His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa and senior officials were present.