Ambassador praises Bahraini-Indian coordination in fighting COVID-19

New Delhi, Jan. 30 (BNA): The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the Republic India, Abdulrahman Al-Gaoud, expressed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s sincere appreciation to the leadership, government and people of the friendly Republic of India for their continuous collaboration and efforts to strengthen bilateral relations, which continue to deliver on the aspirations of both countries. He also noted that the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Republic of India share a historical and ever-growing friendship. The Ambassador, in a radio interview, indicated that the Kingdom of Bahrain appreciates and welcomes the Republic of India's cooperation in overcoming challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, adding that this interdependent and common threat has created new avenues for global cooperation, as demonstrated by growing coordination with the Republic of India. He added that the Kingdom of Bahrain, under the leadership of HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and with the support of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has taken proactive measures to combat the spread of the virus, and has extended free of charge testing, treatment and vaccination to both citizens and residents. He also commended the strides of the Republic of India in containing the spread of the virus, highlighting its efforts in providing the Kingdom of Bahrain with the Covishield vaccine, demonstrating India's pharmaceutical leadership and its commitment to fighting this global pandemic. He affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain will continue its efforts to safeguard the wellbeing of citizens and residents, including the Indian community, wishing the Republic of India and its people further progress and prosperity.