His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), HE Shaikh Daij bin Salman bin Daij Al Khalifa, and the Chief Executive Officer of Alba, Ali Al Baqali at Riffa Palace.
His Royal Highness affirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s commitment to supporting and developing the industrial sector to enhance its role in the national economy. HRH noted that the sector has a skilled workforce whose efforts contribute to the realisation of Bahrain’s comprehensive development plan, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
The meeting marked the 50th anniversary since Alba’s establishment. HE Shaikh Daij bin Salman presented a souvenir to His Royal Highness to celebrate the occasion.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister praised the company’s achievements throughout the past 50 years, which have strengthened Bahrain’s position in the global aluminium and manufacturing industries.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad also praised the efforts of the Chairman, the board of directors, and Alba’s employees for the company’s success. His Royal Highness then wished the company success in its future endeavours.
His Royal Highness affirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s commitment to developing its industrial infrastructure due to the sector’s critical role in providing job opportunities for the people of Bahrain.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister noted that Bahrain will continue to nurture promising sectors in line with the Economic Recovery Plan to benefit the Kingdom’s competitiveness and attract further investment.
For his part, HE Shaikh Daij bin Salman expressed his thanks to His Royal Highness’ for his support of Alba. HE Shaikh Daij bin Salman also praised HRH’s commitment to developing and championing Bahrain’s industrial sector.
The Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club High Committee, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and the Minister of Finance and National Economy, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, also attended the meeting.
Source: Bahrain News Agency