Manama:His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, met today with the heads of delegations participating in the Made in GCC Forum and Exhibition 2026. The event is hosted by Bahrain under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasized the ongoing collaborative efforts of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members, which are focused on enhancing achievements across various sectors. These efforts are bolstered by strategic partnerships and a shared vision for deeper cooperation and integration.
His Royal Highness reiterated Bahrain's commitment, guided by the vision of His Majesty the King, to support initiatives that foster coordination and integration among GCC member states. These initiatives aim to promote development, prosperity, and the realization of the joint aspirations of GCC leaders.
During the meeting, the heads of the delegations conveyed greetings from the leaders of the GCC states to His Majesty the King and HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. In response, His Royal Highness extended greetings from His Majesty the King and himself to the GCC leaders, expressing wishes for the success of the forum and the achievement of its goals.
Prince Salman highlighted the significance of events like the Made in GCC Forum in facilitating the exchange of expertise and insights into the latest industrial sector developments. Such events are seen as crucial for fostering industrial and investment partnerships that support the growth and development of the Gulf industrial sector.
The Crown Prince also underscored efforts to enhance the Gulf industrial ecosystem, improve coordination and integration among GCC states, and support the growth and competitiveness of Gulf markets. There is a focus on expanding joint industrial cooperation and strengthening global partnerships to increase the presence of Gulf industries in international markets.
The heads of the delegations expressed their gratitude to His Majesty the King for his support of the event and praised the Crown Prince's commitment to advancing Gulf cooperation, particularly in trade and industry, in pursuit of shared goals and aspirations.