His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Force and Prime Minister, today received the Commander of US Naval Forces Central Command, Commander of the United States Fifth Fleet, and Commander of Combined Maritime Forces, Vice Admiral Charles B. Cooper II, at Riffa Palace.
His Royal Highness affirmed the depth of the longstanding strategic relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United States of America created through joint work and coordination at various levels.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister noted the importance of further developing relations in various fields, especially in the military and defence, to achieve the goals and aspirations of both countries and their peoples.
His Royal Highness commended the active role of the United States, and other allied countries, in preserving regional security and stability, noting the importance of continuing to consolidate international efforts in this regard.
During the meeting, several issues of common interest, and the latest regional and international developments, were reviewed.
The Minister of Cabinet Affairs, HE Hamad bin Faisal Al Malki, also attended the meeting.
Source: Bahrain News Agency