Kingdom Adapting to Economic Challenges

The second session of the Fourth Legislative Term was officially opened yesterday under the patronage and presence of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. On this occasion, a special ceremony was held at Isa Cultural Centre in Juffair.

It was attended by Prime Minister HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Premier HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Ministers, Diplomatic corps members, National Assembly (Shura Council and Parliament) members and other dignitaries and guests.

HM the King addressed the audience during the ceremony, highlighting several crucial points that are witnessed by the nation in several fields at the present time.

In his speech, HM the King pointed to the economic challenges that are currently sweeping the world and the region, affirming that the Kingdom is adapting to these challenges, without harming the interest of citizens.

HM King Hamad said, “The rapid developments in the region, especially at the economic level, have required the Kingdom to take a number of measures, including the merger of some ministries and government departments to alleviate the financial burden borne by the state.”