Deputy PM receives US ambassador

Manama, Jan. 18 (BNA): Deputy Premier Jawad bin Salem Al Arrayed today received US Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain, William V. Roebuck, praising the ambassador's keenness to develop the bilateral ties. The ambassador expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the deputy PM for his welcoming reception, citing the amicable ties and wishing both countries further progress and prosperity. They also discussed topics of mutual concern.