HRH the Crown Prince chairs meeting of the Higher Committee for Natural Resources and Economic Security

Manama, Dec. 29 (BNA): His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister, today chaired the meeting of the Higher Committee for Natural Resources and Economic Security, at Riffa Palace. During the meeting, HRH the Crown Prince emphasised the importance of continuing to prioritise oil and gas exploration projects which contribute to the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. On this note, HRH the Crown Prince highlighted the efforts made by the Ministry of Oil and all relevant authorities to implement exploration projects as well as other wide-ranging strategic initiatives. HRH the Crown Prince noted these efforts aim to secure long term access to resources, stimulate the Kingdom’s investment environment and competitiveness, support the Kingdom’s sustainable development goals, and fulfil the aspirations of Bahraini citizens. Additionally, the Committee reviewed the latest developments regarding the Bahrain LNG Import Terminal and the Bahrain basin.