Manama: Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, received Dr Rania Al Mashat, UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA): The minister affirmed Bahrain's commitment to continuing efforts to advance development across various areas, support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, and fulfil the aspirations and visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the minister highlighted Bahrain's continued efforts to strengthen cooperation and coordination with international institutions and organisations and benefit from the exchange of experiences, expertise and knowledge.
The meeting also discussed issues of common interest, reviewed areas of cooperation and explored opportunities to further strengthen them in support of shared aspirations and objectives.