Bahraini diplomacy is making a remarkable presence in Arab and international circles, led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, who continues to translate the vision of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the esteemed King of Bahrain, may God protect and preserve him, in expanding Bahrain’s presence and enhancing its status at various levels.

In this context, His Highness’s official visit to the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt confirmed that Bahraini-Egyptian relations are moving on a renewed path, opening a new chapter in the record of bilateral cooperation.

The visit carried highly significant political and economic messages; it was not limited to consolidating aligned positions on regional issues and Arab national security, but went beyond that to expand the scope of economic and investment cooperation. This was embodied in the memoranda of understanding signed in the New Administrative Capital, which included new fields such as digital transformation, logistics, food security, construction, competition protection, as well as tourism, culture, labor, and social affairs.

This is a clear message that Bahraini-Egyptian relations are no longer confined to traditional files but are now opening up to broader horizons that outline a more integrated future between the two countries.

This strategic step reflects a shared awareness between the two leaderships of the importance of shaping modern relations that consider the requirements of sustainable development and keep pace with regional and international changes. The economy has become a fundamental pillar in the national security equation, and enhancing partnerships in industry, investment, and sustainable development strengthens the immunity of both countries in facing challenges and increases their ability to seize promising opportunities.

Also, the identical stances regarding the Palestinian cause, the joint support for Gaza reconstruction efforts, and the affirmation that Bahrain’s security is an integral part of Egyptian national security represent an additional dimension in political and regional coordination, confirming that this bilateral relationship essentially serves as a lever for joint Arab action.

During this visit, a noble gesture emerged from the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, carrying great appreciation for the accompanying media and commercial delegation. From the moment of arrival in Cairo, His Highness was keen to honor the accompanying delegation by visiting them at their residence before heading to his own, and even on the plane both ways, he directed to allocate business class seats for the editors-in-chief and the commercial delegation, while ministers and officials sat in economy class.

This exceptional gesture had a profound impact, reflecting His Highness’s deep appreciation for journalists and the commercial sector as partners in the nation’s renaissance journey, revealing his humble humanitarian personality that places his guests first.

From this platform, we can only extend our highest thanks, gratitude, and appreciation to His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, firstly for this exceptional visit by all standards, and secondly for this great care and personal appreciation for the editors-in-chief and accompanying delegations, reflecting an original leadership approach characterized by trust, loyalty, and concern for people before position.