Manama: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a Sports Day event in collaboration with the embassies of ASEAN member states. The event was attended by Ambassador Khalid Yousif Al Jalahma, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs.
According to Bahrain News Agency, this initiative supports diplomacy and strengthens human and cultural connections between countries, helping to build stronger political, economic, and social ties with partner nations. Ambassador Al Jalahma highlighted that organising the event reflects the Ministry's ongoing work to encourage international cooperation. He said that sport helps bring people together, increases mutual understanding, and supports official diplomatic efforts to achieve sustainable development goals and regional peace.
Relations between Bahrain and ASEAN countries continue to grow, with productive cooperation in many areas, as both sides are committed to strengthening partnerships, supporting shared interests, and working for prosperity and development. On her part, Ambassador Anne Jalando-on Louis, Ambassador of the Philippines to Bahrain, highlighted Bahrain's interest in enhancing cooperation and partnership with ASEAN, and for its support for the activities of the diplomatic and consular missions accredited in Manama.