Manama:His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, received HE Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, a Board Member and General Manager of the Emirates Racing Authority. The meeting highlighted the significant relationship between Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, supported by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
According to Bahrain News Agency, His Royal Highness emphasized the importance of building upon previous bilateral collaborations, especially in horse racing and equestrian sports. He encouraged expanding these areas of cooperation to benefit both nations and their citizens. The discussions underlined the need to utilize expertise and capabilities within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to further develop the equestrian sector.
His Royal Highness also stressed the necessity of enhancing partnerships with specialized institutions to boost the sector's global competitiveness. By drawing on best practices, the GCC member states aim to strengthen their role in hosting and organizing international horse racing events.
HE Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi expressed his gratitude for the Crown Prince's support of equestrian sports and praised Bahrain's notable advancements in the field. He wished for continued progress and prosperity for the Kingdom.
The meeting was attended by HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister's Court and Chairman of the High Committee of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club, and HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, along with several senior officials.