November 5, 2024
Manama: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received His Excellency President Rustam Minnikhanov of Tatarstan and Head of the Strategic Vision Group, at Sakhir Palace. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and P...


Manama: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received His Excellency President Rustam Minnikhanov of Tatarstan and Head of the Strategic Vision Group, at Sakhir Palace. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, was in attendance.

According to Bahrain News Agency, HE President Minnikhanov is visiting the Kingdom to participate in the 19th Annual Islamic Banking Conference, organised by the Accounting and Auditing Organisation for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB).

His Majesty welcomed President Minnikhanov and his participation in this important conference. HM the King extended best wishes to all attendees in their efforts to advance Islamic banking. His Majesty emphasised the vital role of Islamic banks and financial institutions in supporting economic and social development across Islamic nations.

The meeting discussed the close bilateral relations between Bahrain and Tatarstan and opportunities to expand
cooperation across various domains. His Majesty praised the progress seen in the relations between the two countries across numerous key areas that serve mutual interests, emphasising Bahrain’s commitment to advancing those relations and capitalising on opportunities for enhanced collaboration.

On his part, HE President Minnikhanov thanked His Majesty for the hospitality, and his interest in enhancing cooperation between the two nations.