Bahrain, US relations, cooperation highlighted

Manama. June 27 (BNA): Minister of Finance and National Economy Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa has stressed the depth of the historical and strategic relations between Bahrain and the U.S. He also emphasized the strength of their cooperation and partnership on all levels, in light of the attention accorded by HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the support of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Receiving US Acting Assistant State Secretary for Near Eastern Affairs Yael Lambert, Shaikh Salman stressed the advanced levels of Bahrain-US relations, especially on the financial and economic levels. He pointed out keenness to strengthen cooperation and coordination towards broader horizons to achieve shared aspirations. The meeting discussed issues of shared interest and the latest developments in the global economy.