Crown Prince meets Morocco’s Minister of Handicrafts, Social Economy and Solidarity, praises joint cooperation and growth of bilateral ties

Manama, Sep. 25 (BNA): His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister today met the Kingdom of Morocco’s Minister of Handicrafts, Social Economy and Solidarity, Fatema Marouane, at Riffa Palace. His Royal Highness praised the growth of bilateral ties between Bahrain and Morocco, noting that the relations have been shaped through increased cooperation and integration across various fields. His Royal Highness further highlighted that Bahrain’s commitment to increased bilateral cooperation is demonstrated by the ratification of several agreements, which have directly contributed to strengthening ties. The Crown Prince also welcomed the commitment and support provided by His Majesty King Hamad Al Khalifa and King Mohammed VI of Morocco to consolidating bilateral relations and cooperation across various sectors and strengthening strategic partnerships. His Royal Highness went on to pay particular tribute to the Moroccan-Bahraini Handicraft Week, which provides a series of events that showcase the handicraft industries of both nations and consolidates cultural and tourism ties, in line with the support provided by the leaders of both countries. The Crown Prince added that the establishment of joint exhibitions supports new opportunities for bilateral cooperation, and that the exchange of expertise that takes place during the events benefits the development of both countries. His Royal Highness and the Minister also reviewed various areas of Bahraini-Moroccan cooperation, particularly within the tourism and manufacturing sectors, saying that the sectors play a key role in economic development and diversification efforts. The Moroccan minister expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to meet His Royal Highness, and further expressed appreciation for the Crown Prince’s support to the continued development of Bahraini-Moroccan ties across various fields. Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism Zayed Al Zayani attended the meeting.