Manama:His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa welcomed His Excellency Ali Faleh Al Zaidi, Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq, during his visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain on Wednesday. The reception underscores the commitment to enhancing the bilateral relationship between Bahrain and Iraq.
According to Bahrain News Agency, His Majesty expressed his hope for the Prime Minister's success in serving Iraq and achieving the aspirations of its people for growth and progress. The meeting focused on reviewing the close relations between the two nations and exploring opportunities to strengthen cooperation for mutual benefit.
His Majesty extended greetings to the President of the Republic of Iraq, His Excellency Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi, and highlighted the historical ties that continue to be bolstered with the support of both countries' leaderships. He commended the Iraqi Prime Minister for his efforts in fortifying bilateral cooperation and acknowledged Iraq's solidarity with Bahrain, particularly its stance against Iranian aggression.
The leaders also discussed regional and international issues of mutual concern, especially Middle East developments, and exchanged views on promoting peace and stability. Both His Majesty and the Iraqi Prime Minister affirmed their support for efforts aimed at ensuring security and stability in the region, benefiting its countries and peoples.
Prime Minister Al Zaidi emphasized the importance of maintaining strong relations and cooperation between Bahrain and Iraq, along with establishing the foundations of regional security and stability.