Arrival and Reception: Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani, Bahrain’s Foreign Minister, arrived in Riyadh and was warmly received at King Khalid International Airport by Eng. Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji, Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Jasem bin Mohamed AlBudaiwi, GCC Secretary-General.
Purpose of Visit: Dr. Alzayani is in Saudi Arabia to participate in the 161st Meeting of the GCC Ministerial Council of Foreign Ministers, a key event for discussing regional issues and enhancing Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) initiatives.
Significance of Engagement: The visit underscores the strong diplomatic ties between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia and highlights the importance of collaborative efforts within the GCC to address both regional and global challenges.
Riyadh, September 9, 2024 — Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani, the esteemed Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain, arrived in Riyadh today, marking a significant moment in regional diplomatic engagements. His arrival at King Khalid International Airport was met with a warm reception from high-profile officials, underscoring the importance of his visit.
Upon his arrival, Dr. Alzayani was welcomed by Eng. Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Jasem bin Mohamed AlBudaiwi, the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). This high-level reception reflects the strong bilateral ties and the mutual respect between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, as well as the importance placed on the forthcoming meetings.
Dr. Alzayani is in Saudi Arabia to participate in the 161st Meeting of the GCC Ministerial Council of Foreign Ministers, a pivotal event that brings together the foreign ministers of the GCC member states. This meeting is expected to address key regional issues, strengthen collaborative efforts, and advance shared goals within the GCC framework.
The visit of Dr. Alzayani highlights the ongoing commitment of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia to fostering deeper diplomatic relations and enhancing cooperation within the Gulf region. The engagement of high-level officials at such events underscores the significance of collaborative dialogue in addressing regional and global challenges.