In a meeting reflecting the deep-rooted fraternal relations between the two kingdoms, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received his brother, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, in Diriyah today. The meeting provided an opportunity to reaffirm the strength of historical ties and explore ways to elevate bilateral cooperation to new levels across various fields.
Deep-rooted historical ties and shared origins
Saudi-Bahraini relations are based on solid foundations of brotherhood and shared destiny, transcending political dimensions to encompass deep social and cultural ties that stretch back centuries. Both kingdoms are founding members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), the most important framework for coordination and joint action. This meeting reaffirms the continuation of this approach amidst regional and international challenges, as Saudi-Bahraini coordination is a cornerstone of regional stability. The King Fahd Causeway, which connects the two countries, is a vital artery that not only facilitates the movement of people and goods but also symbolizes the close bond between the two brotherly nations.
Promising economic prospects under Vision 2030
During the meeting, the two sides discussed promising opportunities for cooperation, particularly in the economic and investment sectors. This aligns with the ambitious economic transformation plans spearheaded by both countries, namely Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030. Coordination between these visions aims to create economic integration that fosters economic diversification and opens new horizons for joint investments in vital sectors such as renewable energy, financial technology, tourism, and logistics. The Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council serves as a key platform for translating these aspirations into tangible initiatives and projects that benefit both nations.
Regional and international impact
The impact of this meeting extends beyond the bilateral level to encompass the regional and international arenas. The convergence of visions between Riyadh and Manama strengthens the unified Gulf stance on critical issues and contributes to maintaining the security and stability of the Gulf region, which is of strategic importance to the entire world. The meeting also addressed a number of topics of mutual interest, reflecting the two leaderships' commitment to ongoing consultation and unified efforts to address global changes in a way that serves the interests of their peoples and the entire region.
High-level attendance
The reception was attended on the Saudi side by His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Energy, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of State, Member of the Council of Ministers, National Security Advisor Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban, Minister of Finance Mr. Mohammed Al-Jadaan, and the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Prince Sultan bin Ahmed bin Abdulaziz.
On the Bahraini side, those present included Sheikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister; Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior; Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court; Sheikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy; Hamad Faisal Al Maliki, Minister of Cabinet Affairs; and Sheikh Ali bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the Kingdom.
