Deputy Prime Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received Indian Minister of External Affairs Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar who is visiting Bahrain.
Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani was present.
Shaikh Khalid affirmed the historical ties between Bahrain and India, highlighting the strategic partnership and close co-operation between the two countries.
He highlighted the importance of continuing to expand co-operation in line with shared aspirations and in support of the interests and development of both countries and peoples.
The Deputy Prime Minister commended India’s role on the international stage and reaffirmed Bahrain’s commitment to strengthening relations and expanding co-operation and coordination across various fields.
He also expressed appreciation for India’s position and solidarity with Bahrain in the wake of the criminal Iranian attacks, as well as its support for the kingdom in all the measures and actions it has taken to safeguard its sovereignty and preserve its security and stability.
Shaikh Khalid commended the advanced level and continued growth of economic ties between the two countries, calling for these ties to be leveraged to explore new opportunities that contribute to diversifying trade and investment, while expanding the partnership to include promising sectors such as industry, financial and logistics services, the digital economy, as well as food security initiatives and emerging technologies.
The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted the high regard and respect enjoyed by the Indian community in Bahrain, reflecting the kingdom’s character, which is founded on the values of coexistence, religious tolerance and cultural openness as key pillars of its national identity.
He praised the contributions of the Indian community and its active role in supporting the kingdom’s development across various sectors.
Dr Al Zayani also separately met Dr Jaishankar.
Dr Al Zayani highlighted the historical ties between Bahrain and India, supported by mutual respect and co-operation. He commended the continued growth of bilateral ties and reaffirmed both countries’ commitment to expanding co-operation through the Joint Ministerial Committee and the implementation of existing agreements.
Dr Jaishankar praised the close ties between the two countries and highlighted opportunities to further strengthen co-operation, particularly in the economic, trade, and investment sectors.
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