His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah receives British Prime Minister Theresa May

HH Kuwait Amir receives UK PM

06/12/2016

MANAMA-- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received British Prime Minister Theresa May, on Tuesday at his place of residence in the Capital Manama.

During the meeting, His Highness the Amir and the British premier discussed bilateral ties, issues of common interest, and the latest developments in the region.

The meeting was attended by Frist Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Mohammad Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Sheikh Khaled Al-Jarrah Al-Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister, Finance Minister and Acting Oil Minister Anas Khaled Al-Saleh and members of the accompanying delegation.

UK PM stresses support to GCC countries

06/12/2016

MANAMA-- The UK is a supporter of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, and is keen to harness all potentials to maintain the security and stability of the Gulf region, British Prime Minister Theresa May said Tuesday.

Speaking to British Royal Naval forces at the Khalifa bin Salman Port, May said: "Gulf security is our security," underlying the importance of her visit to Bahrain and to her attendance of the GCC Summit.

"Today, as we face multiple global challenges and an increasingly uncertain and dangerous world, you are vital to protecting our nation's interests and provide a clear demonstration of the UK's enduring security commitment to the Gulf," she addressed the British Royal Navy personnel.

"And as Britain steps up to forge a new, positive, confident role for our country on the global stage, the Royal Navy will be an important part of our vision, pursuing our objectives of security on land and at sea and helping to ensure the free flow of international trade," she added, highlighting the strategic importance of the oil and gas supplies from the Middle East.

The UK Prime Minister also pointed to the key role played by the British Royal Navy in supporting the diplomatic efforts and consolidating the solid historical relations between Bahrain and the UK.