His Majesty King Hamad yesterday received French Ambassador Éric Giraud-Telme.
They reviewed aspects of bilateral co-operation and joint action.
His Majesty commended the ambassador’s ongoing efforts to strengthen ties.
The King commended the long-standing relations between Bahrain and France and their mutual commitment to strengthening and developing them in all areas.

His Majesty bestows the honour on the ambassador
His Majesty also commended the efforts of French President Emmanuel Macron to strengthen relations, as well as France’s solidarity with and support for the kingdom following the Iranian attacks.
The King also highlighted France’s role, under the leadership of President Macron, and its contributions alongside the international community to maintaining security and stability and promoting peace regionally and internationally.
In recognition of Ambassador Giraud-Telme’s efforts to support relations between the two countries, His Majesty awarded him the Order of Bahrain (First Class).
The French ambassador expressed appreciation to His Majesty and pride in receiving the decoration, commending the King’s role in supporting relations between the two countries.