HRH Prince Salman affirms Bahrain support to enhance Alba key role in national economy

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com 

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s commitment to supporting and developing the industrial sector to enhance its role in the national economy.

HRH noted that the sector has a skilled workforce whose efforts contribute to the realisation of Bahrain’s comprehensive development plan, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

This came as HRH Prince Salman yesterday received the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), Shaikh Daij bin Salman bin Daij Al Khalifa, and the Chief Executive Officer, Ali Al Baqali, at Riffa Palace.

The meeting marked the 50th anniversary of Alba’s establishment.

Shaikh Daij presented a souvenir to His Royal Highness to celebrate the occasion.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister praised the company’s achievements throughout the past 50 years, which have strengthened Bahrain’s position in the global aluminium and manufacturing industries.

He also praised the efforts of Shaikh Daij, the board of directors, and Alba’s employees for the company’s success.

His Royal Highness wished the company success in its future endeavours.

Job opportunities

HRH Prince Salman affirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to developing its industrial infrastructure due to the sector’s important role in providing job opportunities for the people of Bahrain. 

He noted that Bahrain will continue to nurture promising sectors in line with the Economic Recovery Plan to benefit the Kingdom’s competitiveness and attract further investment.

Shaikh Daij expressed his thanks to HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for his support to Alba, and his commitment to developing and championing Bahrain’s industrial sector.

Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club High Committee Chairman His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa also attended the meeting.