Bahrain recognises that international co-operation based on mutual trust, sincere intentions and understanding is the best way to overcome common challenges, Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani has said.
This places the prevalence of the language of dialogue and a peaceful and civilised approach in ending wars and settling all regional and international differences and disputes at the top of its priorities, he said in an address to the UN General Assembly yesterday.
“In this context, we reiterate our call for renewed endeavours to end the war in Ukraine through peaceful negotiations and to avoid escalation, in a way that achieves the interests of the two neighbouring countries and contributes to the protection of civilians and respect for international humanitarian law, in order to preserve security and peace in Europe,” he said.
Foremost among Bahrain’s priorities is also the promotion of a just, comprehensive and lasting peace process in the Middle East, and supporting the rights of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital, the Foreign Minister said.
The general debate of the current session, he said, was held amidst global challenges and crises that threaten the development of countries and affect the lives, security and safety of peoples. The challenges include the worsening of wars and armed conflicts; the dangers of extremism, terrorism and organised crime; cybersecurity threats, food and water security, climate change as well as natural and health disasters, Dr Al Zayani said.
The recent signing of the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA) by His Royal Highness Shaikh Salman bin Hamd Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, with the US is a testament to Bahrain’s firm strategic approach, which supports peace and stability in the region,
Under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamd, and the guidance of the government headed by HRH Prince Salman, Bahrain has demonstrated in all its diplomatic positions and practical efforts its adherence to its deep-rooted human and civilisational values, he said.
These values are in line with the objectives of the UN, the principles of international law as well as Bahrain’s commitment to building bridges of international co-operation and promoting strategic partnerships.
Dr Al Zayani said the kingdom has taken confident steps at key historical milestones to strengthen alliances that have helped consolidate an international system based on the freedom of trade and freedom of ideas and individuals, in a way that supports individual freedoms and responsibilities.
In this regard, Bahrain welcomes and endorses the Economic Corridor Project that will link India with Europe through the Middle East region, he said.
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