Labour minister meets British ambassador

Manama, Dec.7 (BNA): Labour and Social Development Minister Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan received new British Ambassador to Bahrain Simon Martin and stressed strong bilateral relations and expanding cooperation. The two sides discussed ways of bolstering joint ties in all development fields, stressing deep-rooted historic relations. The British envoy highlighted his country's historic relation with Bahrain, stressing the Government's keen interest in consolidating bilateral relations. He commended Bahrain's success in regulating the labour market and promoting social development.