His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has affirmed the vital role of the financial and banking sector in driving the kingdom’s economic growth and comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasised the importance of fostering innovation in financial technology and enhancing the development of financial services to increase sector efficiency and support the kingdom’s future readiness, during a meeting with Atlas Merchant Capital founding partner and chief executive officer Robert Diamond at Gudaibiya Palace yesterday.
He underscored Bahrain’s commitment to further deepening co-operation with leading international financial and investment institutions, supporting the exchange of expertise and creating promising opportunities that contribute to achieving the kingdom’s wide-ranging goals.
Several issues of mutual interest and the latest developments in the global economy were discussed.
Mr Diamond expressed his appreciation for HRH Prince Salman’s continued commitment to strengthening co-operation and advancing partnerships with international financial institutions and banks.
He wished Bahrain continued progress and prosperity.
Prime Minister’s Court Minister Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa also attended the meeting.