King lauds Premier's role, contributions to Bahrain's progress

Manama, Jan. 2 (BNA): His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today received His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Premier, at the Al-Sakhir Palace. HM the King congratulated HRH the Premier on leaving the hospital in good health after undergoing successful medical check-ups, praying to Allah the Almighty to bless him with abundant good health and happiness to continue his efforts in serving the Kingdom and its beloved people. HM King Hamad lauded HRH the Prime Minister's role, remarkable contributions to Bahrain's progress and prosperity and tireless efforts to develop the government's performance and action to bring about more national achievements and gains in various sectors. HM the King valued highly HRH Premier's keenness on preserving national achievements and gains, and contributions to enhancing Bahrain's renaissance and distinguished position. HRH Prime Minister Prince Khalifa extended deepest thanks, appreciation and gratitude to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa for his care and attention throughout his stay at the hospital, which, he said, had a good impact on him, praying to Allah the Almighty to protect HM the King and guide him on the right path for the best interests of Bahrain and its people. HRH the Prime Minister underlined keenness to continue work and dedication for the sake of Bahrain and its people to implement HM King Hamad's directives to achieve the best for the kingdom in all fields, noting that the government seeks to upgrade services to achieve ensure decent living for the citizens, in line with the aspirations of the HM the King and the citizens in this regard. HM the King then reviewed domestic issues, stressing that Bahrain will continue its development and modernisation march with the support and participation of its loyal citizens. HM King Hamad voiced pride in the rapid development and progress witnessed by Bahrain in all fields, wishing the kingdom further ever-lasting security, stability and prosperity.