Manama:Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain, recently held a meeting with Romaric Roignan, the Director for North Africa and the Middle East at the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. This meeting took place on the sidelines of the 2026 IISS Manama Dialogue.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the discussions focused on the longstanding relations between Bahrain and France, delving into ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
The meeting also covered regional developments, including issues of maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and their implications for the global economy. Both parties exchanged views on these matters and explored methods to enhance consultation and coordination during Bahrain's membership of the United Nations Security Council.