Manama: Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development, held a meeting with Steven C. Bondy, Ambassador of the United States to Bahrain, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and advance joint efforts in social development. The meeting focused on exploring opportunities to exchange expertise and building on shared initiatives to foster growth and progress in this area. According to Bahrain News Agency, the minister highlighted the strong partnership between Bahrain and the US, emphasizing the shared commitment to strengthening ties across various fields. The discussion underscored the importance of collaboration in various aspects of social development, aiming to leverage each country's strengths for mutual benefit. The ambassador expressed his appreciation for the cooperation between the two countries. He affirmed the United States' dedication to expanding its partnership with Bahrain, emphasizing that such collaboration would benefit both nations and their people. The meeting conclude d with a mutual agreement to continue exploring new avenues for cooperation and development in the social sector.