Call to ensure fiscal balance

The Cabinet chaired by His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa yesterday gave directives to all ministries and government departments to remain committed to the Fiscal Balance Programme.

All ministries were directed to consolidate fiscal sustainability while ensuring the continuity of efforts to improve the quality of government services.

The Cabinet welcomed the fraternal stance of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait following the signature of the framework arrangements for fiscal cooperation between their governments and the Government of Bahrain.

The session extended deepest thanks and appreciation to the three brotherly countries for their supportive stances towards Bahrain in various fields, stressing that the noble stances of the leadership of Saudi Arabia, UAE and Kuwait are a role model for true relations among brotherly countries.

The session affirmed the strength of the deep-rooted ties between them and Bahrain which have always been based on common destiny and unified goals, a statement by the Cabinet Secretary-General, Dr. Yasser Al Nasser, said.