The Iraqi Prime Minister’s media office said on Wednesday that an official reception was held for Prime Minister Ali Falah al-Zaidi in the Bahraini capital, Manama, during an official visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, received the Iraqi delegation at the ceremony, which included the playing of both national anthems and a guard of honor review.
Reception Ceremony in Manama
In a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency, the office said the official reception took place in Manama, where the Bahraini Crown Prince welcomed the Iraqi prime minister.
The ceremony featured the national anthems of both countries and a guard of honor parade, reflecting the formal nature and importance of the visit.
Meeting with Bahrain’s King Ahead
According to the statement, the Iraqi prime minister will also meet King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and hold expanded talks with the Bahraini side.
The discussions are expected to focus on strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing joint cooperation in various fields, in a way that serves the common interests of both friendly nations.
Delegations Led by al-Zaidi and Salman bin Hamad
The media office added that Prime Minister Ali Falah al-Zaidi and Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa led both countries’ delegations in the expanded talks in Manama.
The meetings are part of a diplomatic effort aimed at deepening coordination and broadening cooperation between Baghdad and Manama.
Key areas expected in the talks include:
– Strengthening bilateral relations
– Expanding joint cooperation
– Supporting political and diplomatic coordination
– Discussing economic and service-related cooperation
– Serving shared interests
Conclusion:
The official visit to Bahrain highlights continued engagement between Iraq and Bahrain, with both sides signaling a desire to deepen ties and broaden cooperation.
