‘Bahrain-China ties set to grow further’

Friendship between China and Bahrain dates back to ancient times and will continue and grow, Chinese Ambassador to Bahrain Mr Anwaer said yesterday. This came as he addressed senior government officials and dignitaries at an event held at The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel marking the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.

“Over the past 30 years, the high-level exchanges have become more frequent, the political mutual trust has been constantly strengthened, the economic co-operation has been rapidly promoted and the cultural exchanges and co-operation have achieved great success. “In 2018, the bilateral trade volume has reached $2.21 billion and China has become the second trade partner, first import source and sixth export destination of Bahrain,” the envoy pointed out.

“The Middle East and Gulf region are undergoing profound and complicated changes. China firmly supports Bahrain to choose its own development path and adopt all measures to safeguard its security and stability. “The development of our bilateral cooperation has brought benefits to our two peoples, and will also promote strategic co-operation between China and GCC countries and make contributions to the peace, stability and prosperity of the region.

I believe that with the joint efforts of our two countries, the future of our bilateral relations will be more beautiful,” he pointed out. His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa deputised his Advisor His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa to attend, in the presence of Bahrain Basketball Association (BBA) Chairman HH Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, the ceremony. HH Shaikh Salman Khalifa Al Khalifa conveyed greetings from HRH the Premier to the leadership and people of China on this occasion, wishing the friendly state further progress and prosperity.

HRH the Premier’s Advisor hailed growing relations binding Bahrain and China in all fields, which reflects joint coordination regarding regional and international issues. He reiterated Bahrain’s keenness on expanding joint co-operation.  The Chinese envoy extended deepest thanks to HRH the Premier and hailed his keenness on bolstering joint co-operation, stressing his country’s drive to strengthen cooperation towards meeting the aspirations of the two friendly countries and peoples, wishing the Kingdom of Bahrain further development and progress.