Bahrain's King Arrives in Russia for 2-Day Official Visit

  • Publish date: Friday، 24 May 2024
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King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain arrived in Russia on Wednesday for an official two-day visit. His plane landed at one of Moscow's airports, where a welcome ceremony was live-streamed on Russian TV.

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Official Meetings

During his visit, King Al Khalifa will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday.

Agenda and Discussions

The leaders will discuss various aspects of Russia-Bahrain cooperation, including trade, the economy, energy, and culture. They will also address current international issues, particularly developments in the Middle East, given Bahrain's chairmanship of the Council of the Arab League.

Document Signing

Following their meeting, several documents are expected to be signed between the two sides, further strengthening bilateral ties.

Historical Context

This visit marks King Al Khalifa's first trip to Russia in eight years, with his last visit occurring in 2016. However, he recently spoke with President Putin in March 2024, expressing his commitment to deepen cooperation between their countries.