His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, today visited the 2023 International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).
HRH the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, emphasised the role international military and defence exhibitions play in providing opportunities to exchange expertise and know-how in the military field. In this regard, His Royal Highness noted the United Arab Emirates' continued success in hosting international events, under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
His Royal Highness commended the UAE on their success in hosting IDEX, specifically highlighting their commitment to hosting regional and global defence exhibitions over the years and thanked them for their role in safeguarding regional security and stability.
His Royal Highness toured a number of pavilions at IDEX and was briefed on the latest global defence, military and security systems.
HRH the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister commended the many international companies exhibiting modern military products at the exhibition, which solidifies IDEX as an international platform for global strategic defence, military, and security partnerships.
His Royal Highness noted that the Bahrain Defence Force's (BDF) participation at IDEX is a reflection of the deep-rooted ties between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the UAE, as well as the strength of joint cooperation between the two countries. His Royal Highness wished the UAE continued success in hosting international conferences and forums that elevate the region's position in the international military and defence sector.
The Minister of Finance and National Economy, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa and the Private Secretary to HRH the Crown Prince, HE Shaikh Abdulla bin Isa Al Khalifa, and the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the UAE, HE Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa, were also in attendance.