Manama, 18 August — His Highness Sheikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Royal Court (Dīwān) of the Prime Minister, received His Excellency Mr. Stephen Craig Bondy, Ambassador of the United States of America to the Kingdom of Bahrain, at Al‑Qudaibiya Palace today. During the meeting, His Highness the Minister of the Royal Court affirmed that the long-standing historical relations and close strategic partnerships between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the friendly United States of America are based on a solid foundation of mutual respect and cooperation, and continue to grow and advance across various fields under the continuous care and attention of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the keen interest of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in enhancing cooperation and joint coordination.

The meeting also reviewed and followed up on the outcomes and results of the official visit made by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister to the United States of America, which contributed to strengthening and developing partnership pathways between the two friendly countries. His Royal Highness stressed the importance of the agreements and cooperation announcements made in various fields and their role in achieving common goals and aspirations.