Bahrain reiterates deep pride in strong, firm historical relations with UK

Manama, Feb. 1 (BNA): Bahrain has reiterated its deep pride in the strong and firm historical relations that extend for more than 200 years with the United Kingdom as well as its satisfaction with the significant progress in the bilateral cooperation that reflects the constant mutual desire to further the partnership towards even greater accomplishments. "The Kingdom of Bahrain praises the United Kingdom’s pivotal role as a strategic ally and essential partner in maintaining security and promoting stability and peace in the region and the world at large, "the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. "Following the exit of the United Kingdom from the European Union, the Kingdom of Bahrain expresses its aspiration to strengthen existing relations in all fields, to develop economic and commercial cooperation, and to intensify coordination on regional and international issues in accordance with the interests, and mutual benefit of our two countries and our people," the ministry said.