His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Bahrain Armed Forces, received Monday John Healey, Secretary of State for Defence of the United Kingdom, during his visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain.
During the meeting, His Majesty the King reviewed bilateral relations with the UK Secretary of State for Defence, as well as areas of cooperation and joint work between the two countries.
His Majesty the King expressed pride in the longstanding and distinguished relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Kingdom, underscoring a close partnership built over many years of alliance, coordination, and constructive cooperation, particularly in the military and defence fields.
His Majesty highlighted the shared commitment to further develop and advance these ties across all levels in support of the common interests of both countries and their peoples, Bahrain News Agency (BNA) reported.
His Majesty the King noted the United Kingdom’s role on the international stage and its contributions to supporting security, stability, and peace in the region and internationally.
His Majesty the King and Secretary Healey discussed current regional developments and wider international issues, alongside matters of mutual interest.
On his part, the UK Defence Secretary expressed gratitude for His Majesty’s role in strengthening the bilateral partnership, reinforcing longstanding ties, and advancing military and defence cooperation between the two countries.
Meantime, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Bahrain Armed Forces, and Prime Minister, also met with The Right Honourable John Healey MP, Secretary of State for Defence of the United Kingdom.
His Royal Highness highlighted the longstanding nature of Bahrain-UK relations, underpinned by strategic partnerships and multisectoral collaboration.
His Royal Highness emphasised the shared commitment to further bolstering cooperation, particularly within military and defence, in line with signed agreements, including the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA), to the benefit of both nations.
His Royal Highness commended the United Kingdom’s significant international role and its efforts to safeguard regional and international security and stability.
The meeting also explored avenues to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in the military and defence sectors. Discussions also addressed regional developments and their implications for regional and international security and stability, as well as a range of other issues of mutual interest.
Lieutenant General Abdullah bin Hassan Al Nuaimi, Minister of Defence Affairs, and Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi, Chief of Staff of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF), were in attendance.
