Finance Minister receives US ambassador

Manama, July 8 (BNA): Minister of Finance and National Economy Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa received today outgoing US Ambassador to Bahrain Justin Siberell. He stressed deep-rooted historical and strategic relations between both countries as well as growing bilateral cooperation mainly in the financial and economic field. He also emphasised the need to further boost bilateral relations for the best interest of both countries and peoples. The Minister of Finance and National Economy praised the efforts of the US ambassador during his tenure in Bahrain to enhance relations between the two friendly countries, wishing him every success in his future duties. The US ambassador expressed thanks and respect to the Minister of Finance and National Economy, wishing the Kingdom of Bahrain and its people further growth and prosperity.