His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has highlighted Bahrain’s commitment to support international efforts that enhance development, security and stability.
“International partnerships have proven effective in addressing global challenges and are a cornerstone for consolidating the foundations of global peace and security,” he said.
The Crown Prince and Prime Minister was speaking as he received International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) director general and chief executive Dr John Chipman, yesterday at Riffa Palace.
He highlighted co-operation between Bahrain and the IISS, pointing out its success in organising the regional security forum, Manama Dialogue, the 17th edition of which was recently held in the kingdom. HRH Prince Salman said the forum is an influential global platform that facilitates communication channels and the exchange of ideas on issues of regional and global security and stability.
He stressed the importance of research studies as a base on which international strategies and efforts to strengthen security and stability can be built, noting the role played by the IISS in this aspect.
Dr Chipman expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to meet HRH Prince Salman, and pointed out the Crown Prince and Prime Minister’s commitment to strengthen co-operation between Bahrain and the IISS.
He also expressed his thanks to the kingdom for hosting Manama Dialogue.