HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister meets with the President of Matchroom Sport group of companies

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with Barry Hearn, President of Matchroom Sport group of companies, at Gudaibiya Palace.

His Royal Highness outlined that the Kingdom of Bahrain continues to adopt initiatives that strengthen its global sporting stature, in line with the Kingdom’s comprehensive development led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad highlighted the Kingdom’s success in hosting numerous prestigious international sporting events, reflecting its growing global recognition as a premier sports destination.

His Royal Highness stressed that sports represent a key pillar of the Kingdom’s development, contributing to economic growth and empowering Bahraini youth.

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister underscored the importance of collaborating with leading international sports organisations that oversee major sporting competitions. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad emphasised that such partnerships facilitate the exchange of expertise and contribute to the ongoing development of the Kingdom’s sports sector.

For his part, Barry Hearn expressed his gratitude for His Royal Highness’s support of the Kingdom’s sports sector, pointing to Bahrain’s notable regional and international sporting achievements, and wished the Kingdom continued progress and prosperity.

His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court, His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the Minister of Finance and National Economy, also attended the meeting.