Manama: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, held a meeting today with HE Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, and HE Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, at Gudaibiya Palace. They were accompanied by their respective deputies and members of both bureaus and councils.
According to Bahrain News Agency, His Royal Highness emphasized the Kingdom's dedication to implementing national plans and initiatives in alignment with a comprehensive vision to enhance government operations. He highlighted that citizens are a fundamental element of the Kingdom's progress, following directives from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Furthermore, HRH stressed the importance of cooperation between the Executive and Legislative Branches to serve the Kingdom and its people.
The Crown Prince underscored the need to strengthen the partnership between these branches, noting its significance in executing plans and initiatives beneficial to all residents of the Kingdom. He also pointed out the necessity of enhancing social services, support programs, and optimizing national resources to prioritize Bahraini citizens in services and entitlements, as per Royal directives.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad mentioned that the Cabinet, in collaboration with the legislative branch, decided to maintain current electricity and water tariffs for citizens' primary residences and to defer the development of related support mechanisms pending further study. He emphasized the ongoing partnership's role in safeguarding public funds and preventing resource misuse to improve spending efficiency for the public interest and the Kingdom's goals.
The Crown Prince noted the Cabinet's approval of several initiatives aimed at adjusting the Kingdom's fiscal situation while ensuring continued support for Bahraini citizens. He expressed appreciation to the legislative branch for its constructive cooperation in meetings concerning initiatives to enhance financial stability and guarantee sustained support for citizens.
The Speaker of the Council of Representatives and the Chairman of the Shura Council conveyed their gratitude to HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for his commitment to strengthening cooperation between the executive and legislative branches to achieve Bahrain's goals and ensure prosperity for all.
The meeting was also attended by His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister's Court, His Excellency Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, the Deputy Prime Minister, HE General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, the Minister of Interior, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the Minister of Finance and National Economy, and several senior officials.