The Deputy King His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, met European Parliament delegation led by Reinhold Lopatka MEP, Chair of the European Parliament’s Delegation for relations with the Arab Peninsula, at Riffa Palace.
HRH the Deputy King affirmed the kingdom’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the European Union (EU), in line with the vision and aspirations of His Majesty King Hamad, to advance progress and prosperity for both Bahrain and the EU.
His Royal Highness highlighted the depth of the relationship between Bahrain and the EU across various sectors, which have contributed to advancing bilateral co-operation and strengthening strategic partnerships.
The meeting reviewed Bahrain-EU relations and ways to deepen co-operation and co-ordination to achieve mutual goals and aspirations.
HRH the Deputy King emphasised the importance of further strengthening economic, trade, and investment co-operation between Bahrain and the EU, building on existing agreements, memoranda of understanding, and strategic partnerships to drive sustainable growth and prosperity.
He stressed the critical role played by the EU, and its allies in consolidating regional security and stability.
During the meeting, issues of mutual interest, as well as the latest regional and international developments, were discussed.
Parliament Speaker Ahmed Al Musallam, Prime Minister’s Court Minister Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and several senior officials also attended the meeting.