Bahraini Crown Prince Emphasizes Importance of Continuously Developing Joint Gulf Defense System to Address Various Challenges and Changes

Manama -- Bahraini Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, Sheikh Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, affirmed today, Tuesday, the importance of continuing to develop the Gulf common defense system to enhance its efficiency and readiness to address various challenges and changes, thereby contributing to the achievement of shared objectives. This statement came during a meeting between Sheikh Salman and the heads of delegations participating in the 23rd meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Common Defense Council, including Kuwait’s Minister of Defense, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Salem Al-Sabah, and GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al-Bedawi, at the Riffa Palace.

He emphasized the important role played by the GCC Common Defense Council in strengthening military and defense cooperation and coordination, noting that its meetings provide an opportunity to exchange views and expertise and to explore ways to develop joint operational mechanisms, all aimed at achieving the desired prosperity, development, and well-being. He pointed out that the trajectory of joint Gulf efforts is advancing toward more progressive stages of cooperation and integration across various fields, reflecting the fraternal ties and close historical bonds uniting GCC member states.

In this regard, Sheikh Salman reaffirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s commitment, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to enhance joint defense cooperation and coordination among GCC member states, thereby contributing to consolidating the foundations of security, stability, and development, and realizing the shared goals and aspirations outlined in the visions of the GCC leaders. He also expressed Bahrain’s pride in the honorable fraternal positions taken by GCC member states, which demonstrated solidarity and close cooperation amid the events and challenges facing the region.

The Bahraini Crown Prince stated that these positions reflect unity in ranks, objectives, and shared destiny, and embody the depth of fraternal ties among GCC member states, as well as their firm resolve to confront challenges, safeguard their assets, and enhance the security and stability of their countries.

For their part, the heads of delegations participating in the meeting and the GCC Secretary-General expressed their deep gratitude and appreciation to the Bahraini Crown Prince for his continuous commitment to supporting the joint Gulf effort across various fields, particularly in the military and defense sectors. (End) K.N.A / N.A.A