HM King congratulated by Deputy Premier

Manama, Feb. 5 (BNA): His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander, has received a cable of congratulations from Deputy Prime Minister, His Highness Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, on the 52nd Anniversary of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF). HH Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa extended sincere congratulations to HM the King, the Supreme Commander, on the occasion, expressing deep pride in the advanced level of preparedness and competence reached by the BDF thanks to the royal support and directives. The deputy Premier wished the BDF further success in defending the nation, preserving its hard-won accomplishment and safeguarding its security and stability. He prayed to Allah the Almighty to guide HM the King on the right path, and to bless him with abundant health and long life.