National festivities reflect loyalty, patriotism

Manama, Dec. 14 (BNA): Information and Parliament Affairs Minister Isa bin Abdulrahman Al Hammadi described Bahrain's festivities to mark the National and Accession Days as a magnificent embodiment of patriotism and loyalty to the leadership. He was speaking as he inaugurated today the National Day festival at Bahrain International Circuit (BIC). He extended heartfelt congratulations to the leadership and people, praising the kingdom's achievements in various fields. He also commended the support of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince for the third consecutive year to the organisation of the festival at BIC, the home of motorsport in the Middle East, urging all people in Bahrain to enjoy the line-up of recreational functions to be held for four days running. The Information and Parliament Affairs Minister pointed out a comprehensive media plan to highlight the functions and shed light on the massive popular interaction which reflects pride in the continuous achievements brought about in the prosperous era of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. He thanked all government and non-government institutions for their support to the celebrations of the National Day and the 16th anniversary of HM King Hamad's accession to the throne. He stressed that the festivities mirror unity and a national consensus to continue the development march unabated. On his part, BIC Chief Executive Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa took pride in organising the festival at BIC for the third consecutive year, urging people in Bahrain to attend the festivities from December 14 to 17 from 4 pm to 10 pm.