King of Bahrain and Sultan of Oman discuss developments in regional and international issues of mutual interest

Manama, August 11 (KUNA) -- Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa held a telephone conversation with Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tariq today, Tuesday, to discuss the latest developments and regional and international issues of mutual interest. The Bahrain News Agency reported that the King of Bahrain praised during the call Oman’s prominent role and its sustained efforts to reach an agreement ensuring the freedom of maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides emphasized the importance of guaranteeing freedom of navigation in all international waterways, which contributes to supporting international trade and enhancing global economic stability, while reviewing the close fraternal bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries. The King of Bahrain also expressed his sincere wishes for the Sultan of Oman, wishing him good health and happiness, and for the sisterly Sultanate, wishing it continued progress and prosperity. (End) K.N.A. / N.S.A.