Ties in health sector stressed

Health Minister Faeqa Al Saleh yesterday received the newly-appointed Egyptian Ambassador to Bahrain, Yasser Mohamed Shaaban. The minister praised the historical relations between the two countries, and the fruitful Bahraini-Egyptian cooperation in various fields.

She stressed the importance of co-operation in the health sector, wishing him success in his diplomatic duties. The ambassador expressed his appreciation to Bahrain’s leadership, government and people, stressing ways to achieve more growth and prosperity in common brotherly relations at various levels, especially in the health sector and benefit from medical expertise from both sides.

He also conveyed the greetings of Dr Hala Zayed, Egyptian Minister of Health, and her aspirations to develop the health sector in both countries.