MP Al Dhaen Hails UK-Bahrain Defence and Investment Deals as Milestone in Global Cooperation

TDT | Manama

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MP Dr. Maryam Al Dhaen has praised the UK-Bahrain defence and investment agreements signed during the official visit of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to London on Thursday, describing them as a clear signal of international trust in Bahrain’s strategic direction.

Dr. Al Dhaen said the agreements underscore Bahrain’s rising influence in global diplomacy and security, pointing to the Kingdom’s leadership in forging partnerships that strengthen regional stability and long-term economic growth.

She highlighted the potential of the new accords to advance cooperation in cybersecurity, defence training, and investment, particularly in sectors like artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.

Growing Recognition

Al Dhaen added that the reception given to Bahrain in London, including support for its UN Security Council bid, reflects the growing confidence in the Kingdom’s role as a constructive, stabilising force in the region.

She noted that the UK’s engagement builds on Bahrain’s earlier diplomatic initiatives under the Comprehensive Security and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA), broadening the scope of cooperation across defence and development fronts.

Al Dhaen also expressed hope that the agreements would serve as a model for future collaborations, inspiring deeper integration among allied nations seeking to address global challenges through shared security frameworks and joint investment strategies.