Tashkent: Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives and head of the parliamentary delegation, met with Fabian Hamilton, Member of the UK Parliament, and his accompanying delegation, on the sidelines of the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly, held in Tashkent, Republic of Uzbekistan. Al Musallam commended the depth of relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Kingdom, which extend over two centuries and are built on longstanding relations and common interests. He noted the active cooperation across all development sectors and the strength of the partnership, supported by the close ties between His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Majesty King Charles III.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Speaker expressed pride in the level of cooperation between the two kingdoms and their peoples, at both official and parliamentary levels, and the continued growth and development of these ties in various key domains that serve common interests. Al Musallam emphasised the importance of enhancing joint parliamentary cooperation. He noted the shared interest of both Bahrain and the UK in deepening bilateral relations and enhancing coordination in international parliamentary forums. He also emphasised the need to build bridges of communication across various sectors to support the shared goals and aspirations of both kingdoms and their peoples.
On his part, Hamilton expressed his appreciation for the strong and historical ties between the UK and Bahrain. He recalled Bahrain's success in hosting the 146th IPU Assembly, describing the Kingdom as a model of coexistence, harmony, and tolerance. He added that the UK Parliament's commitment to enhancing ties with both the Council of Representatives and the Shura Council and to continuing the exchange of parliamentary and legislative expertise to support further shared achievements.
The meeting was attended by Abdulnabi Salman, First Deputy Speaker of the Council of Representatives; Dr. Bassam Albinmohammed and Hala Ramzi Fayez, members of the Shura Council; Maryam Al Dhaen; Mohamed Al Sisi Al Buainain, Secretary General of the Council of Representatives; and Kareema Al Abbasi, Secretary General of the Shura Council.