Tashkent: Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives and Head of Bahrain's parliamentary delegation, met with Valentina Matvienko, Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Russian Federation, on the sidelines of the 150th General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Al Musallam emphasised the deep-rooted ties between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Russia, highlighting their steady progress through strategic partnership and key joint projects that serve the common interests of both countries. He noted that these relations are supported by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Excellency Vladimir Putin, President of Russia.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Speaker commended the ongoing parliamentary cooperation and the shared commitment to enhancing bilateral ties. He also commended both countries' support for just Arab causes and their efforts to promote regional peace and security.
Matvienko expressed Russia's appreciation for its strong ties with the Kingdom and for the level of cooperation and mutual understanding across official and parliamentary platforms. She underscored the importance of enhancing collaboration in vital sectors, particularly the economy, tourism, and education.
She also emphasised the council's commitment to advancing parliamentary cooperation with Bahrain's Council of Representatives and Shura Council. She commended the Kingdom's development under the leadership of His Majesty the King, its active diplomatic role on the international stage, and its contributions to global security, stability, and the promotion of coexistence and tolerance.
The meeting was attended by MP Ahmed Sabah Al Salloom; MP Hassan Ibrahim Hassan; Hala Ramzi, member of the Shura Council; Mohammed Ibrahim Al Sisi Al Buainain, Secretary General of the Council of Representatives; and Kareema Mohammed Al Abbasi, Secretary General of the Shura Council.