His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, met with His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain in Abu Dhabi. The meeting was held at the residence of the King of Bahrain in the capital city.
During their discussion, His Highness and His Majesty emphasized the robust and enduring ties between the UAE and Bahrain, reaffirming their dedication to further strengthening these connections to fulfill the aspirations of both nations and their citizens.
They also examined the significant advancements in cooperation across various sectors, highlighting the necessity of enhancing collaborative efforts to support the development objectives of both countries and promote greater prosperity and progress.
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The UAE accounted for 10 percent of Bahrain’s foreign direct investment (FDI) stocks, ranking third, according to data published in June 2024.
In 2022, approximately 100,000 Bahrainis visited the UAE, marking a 33 percent increase from 75,000 visitors in 2021. Additionally, the number of weekly flights between the UAE and Bahrain reached 60, operated by the national airlines of both countries.
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