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Wed, 08/21/2019 - 19:45
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Speaker receives Philippine ambassador

Manama, Aug. 21 (BNA): Representatives Council Speaker Fawzia bint Abdullah Zainal received today Philippine Ambassador to Bahrain Alfonso A. Ver. She underlined keenness of the legislative branch to provide legislative and legal support and activate agreements between the two friendly countries. She also stressed keenness on boosting bilateral relations and cooperation, in line with the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to consolidate ties with friendly countries. The Representatives Council Speaker praised ever-growing relations between Bahrain and the Philippines in the trade and investment fields, affirming the need to achieve more economic openness and build on previous accomplishments. She also lauded contribution of the Philippine community to the kingdom’s development, commending the stance of the Philippine Senate and House of Representatives in supporting security and stability in Bahrain. She underlined keenness of the Representatives Council in Bahrain to activate the Bahrain-Philippines parliamentary friendship committees. The Philippine ambassador praised the great care accorded to the Philippine community in Bahrain, stressing growing bilateral relations and cooperation at all levels. He also commended the kingdom’s democratic development and fast-paced growth thanks to the royal reform project.

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