Accra:The Kingdom of Bahrain and the Federal Republic of Germany conducted their eighth round of political consultations today, coinciding with the 22nd IISS Manama Dialogue.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the consultations were led by Shaikh Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa, Director-General of Bilateral Relations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Clemens Hach, Director for the Middle East and North Africa at the German Federal Foreign Office.
During the discussions, Shaikh Abdullah bin Ali praised the strong and evolving relationship between Bahrain and Germany, emphasizing Bahrain's dedication to enhancing bilateral cooperation and coordination. The consultations explored opportunities to advance cooperation across political, economic, trade, and security sectors, and aimed to reinforce the GCC-EU partnership.
Both parties exchanged perspectives on various regional and international issues, including maritime security, freedom of navigation, and diplomatic initiatives to foster regional stability. They underscored the importance of ongoing dialogue on mutual interests and cooperation at international forums to support peace and security.