Manama: Lieutenant General Shaikh Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Khalifa, the National Guard Staff Director, received Lieutenant General Syed Aamer Raza, Chief of the General Staff of the Pakistan Army. Major General Hisham Mohammed Al Thawadi, Assistant Chief for Administrative Affairs, and a number of senior National Guard officers were also present.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Lt. Gen. Shaikh Abdulaziz bin Saud conveyed the greetings of His Highness General Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa, Commander of the National Guard. Shaikh Abdulaziz underscored the 21st Manama Dialogue as a leading regional platform for security and strategic discussions, which this year brings together representatives from more than 60 countries. Shaikh Abdulaziz highlighted Bahrain's key role in advancing regional diplomacy, peace, and cooperation.
The two sides reviewed the close ties between Bahrain and Pakistan and discussed ways to further strengthen military and security cooperation in support of their shared interests. They also exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern.