Jakarta:Gudaibiya Palace His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met with Professor Timothy Insoll, the Founding Director of the Centre for Islamic Archaeology at the University of Exeter, at Gudaibiya Palace.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Professor Insoll presented His Royal Highness with a copy of his book, "Islamic Archaeology in Global Perspective," dedicating its introduction to the Crown Prince in recognition of his support for the book's writing and publication.
During their meeting, Prince Salman emphasized the need for ongoing support for excavation and archaeological initiatives that uncover and preserve items of historical and civilizational importance. He highlighted the significance of documenting archaeological discoveries and their research, noting their role in enriching scholarly knowledge and deepening the understanding of Islamic history and its heritage.
His Royal Highness expressed his appreciation to Professor Insoll for his contributions to excavation and archaeology and congratulated him on his publication, which he described as a valuable addition to the field's literature.
Professor Insoll, for his part, thanked the Crown Prince for his continued support and expressed his honor in dedicating the book to him. He also extended wishes for the Kingdom's continued progress and prosperity.
The meeting was attended by several senior officials.