Manama:His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister, has inaugurated the 22nd edition of the IISS Manama Dialogue. The event, held today, welcomed participants from around the world to engage in discussions aimed at advancing regional and international security.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Crown Prince expressed his best wishes for constructive discussions, emphasizing Bahrain's steadfast commitment, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, to supporting international efforts in safeguarding security and stability. He highlighted the importance of sustained international cooperation, particularly in maintaining the security of vital international waterways such as the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab Al Mandab Strait.
The Crown Prince underscored that achieving long-term security and stability is a shared objective requiring coordinated efforts and dialogue. He stressed that security and stability are foundational for sustainable development and progress. Moreover, he commended the IISS Manama Dialogue as a pivotal platform for addressing security challenges and fostering international partnerships.
HE Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, participated remotely in the opening session, addressing key regional and international issues, including maritime security and cooperation between countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. The session also covered recent developments in the Eastern Mediterranean and opportunities for advancing regional stability.
The opening session of the IISS Manama Dialogue was attended by senior officials, dignitaries, and high-level delegations, comprising ministers, security officials, military leaders, and academics from across the globe.