HRH the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister, meets with the Chairman of the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies and senior GCC and Arab officials participating in the IISS Manama Dialogue 2026
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, today met with His Royal Highness Prince Turki bin Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Chairman of the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies, and a number of senior officials from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and other Arab countries participating in the IISS Manama Dialogue 2026.
His Royal Highness affirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s unwavering commitment, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to advancing joint Gulf and Arab cooperation, strengthening coordination, and consolidating collective efforts to address shared challenges and respond effectively to regional and international developments.
His Royal Highness highlighted the importance of building on the longstanding achievements of GCC and Arab cooperation, further strengthening unity and advancing shared priorities to fulfil the aspirations of the region and its peoples for a future of greater security, stability, and prosperity.
His Royal Highness underscored that regional security and stability are essential foundations for lasting peace and sustainable development, reaffirming the importance of sustained cooperation and coordination among allied and partner nations in safeguarding regional interests and promoting peace, security, and prosperity at both the regional and international levels.
His Royal Highness noted the importance of sustained international efforts to strengthen regional and global security and stability, alongside continued efforts to advance joint Gulf and Arab cooperation in pursuit of shared progress and prosperity.
During the meeting, discussions focused on issues of common interest and key topics addressed at the IISS Manama Dialogue 2026.
For their part, HRH Prince Turki bin Faisal and the senior GCC and Arab officials expressed their appreciation to His Royal Highness and commended the Kingdom of Bahrain’s continued success in hosting the IISS Manama Dialogue over the past 22 years, recognising its significance as a leading international platform for dialogue on regional and global security.
Lieutenant-General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Royal Guard Commander and Secretary-General of the Supreme Defence Council, His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HE Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, along with several senior officials and delegates were also in attendance.
