His Majesty King Hamad yesterday received at Sakhir Palace, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and Expatriate Affairs Ayman Safadi.
His Majesty affirmed his pride in the close historical relations and strong bonds that unite Bahrain and Jordan, which continue to grow through the mutual keenness to enhance and advance them in a manner that fulfils shared goals and aspirations.
During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister conveyed to His Majesty the greetings and appreciation of King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of Jordan, along with his best wishes for Bahrain and its people for continued progress and prosperity. His Majesty relayed his greetings and sincere wishes to the Jordanian monarch, and to the Jordanian people for further development and prosperity.
His Majesty welcomed the Deputy Prime Minister and commended such fraternal visits for their role in strengthening co-operation, consultation, and constructive co-ordination on various issues, particularly in light of regional developments and events, in a manner that serves mutual interests and reinforces their longstanding relations.
His Majesty also praised the efforts of the Jordanian King in consolidating and strengthening the distinguished relations between the two kingdoms, as well as the commendable efforts of Jordan, under his leadership, to enhance the framework of joint Arab action and to support endeavours aimed at achieving peace, security and stability in the region.
The Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to His Majesty for the hospitality and reception, and his pride in His Majesty’s efforts to strengthen the historical relations and firm bonds between the two kingdoms and their peoples.
He also commended the honourable Arab stances of Bahrain, under the leadership of His Majesty, wishing the kingdom and its people continued progress and prosperity.