Bahrain-US cultural cooperation discussed

Manama, Marc 16 (BNA) – President of Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), Shaikha Mai bint Mohammad Al Khalifa, today received the newly appointed US Ambassador to Bahrain, William Roebuck, and discussed ways to boost cultural cooperation and holding joint activities. BACA President briefed the US Ambassador on the latest cultural activities in Bahrain, mainly the 10th Spring of Culture Festival. She highlighted culture as a way of accentuating the civilized people's achievements. She noted Bahrain's endeavor to introduce its ancient civilization to the world by participating in international cultural forums and hosting cultural activities from around the world. US Ambassador commended Bahrain's cultural activities, expressing admiration for the 10th version of Spring of Culture Festival. He stressed keenness to closely cooperate with BACA and holding joint cultural activities and participating in cultural workshops to exchange expertise.