Royal address to nation praised by Shura Chairman

Manama, Dec. 16 (BNA): Chairman of the Shura Council Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh has lauded the keynote speech delivered by His majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa while patronising a ceremony marking the glorious National Day and the anniversary of HM the King's accession to the throne, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman bin Salman Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Premier and First Deputy Premier. He stressed that HM the King's appreciation of the Bahraini people's noble stances throughout Bahrain's modern history reflects the Royal keenness to consolidate the concepts of citizenship and equality between the citizens of the same nation. HM the King has set the example in promoting true citizenship and dedication in the service of the homeland which, he said, will ensure the continuity of the comprehensive development march and enable the kingdom to overcome all difficulties in all fields, he said. He added that HM King Hamad has shown commitment to the principles spearheaded by the late Amir HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, may Allah rest his soul in eternal peace, and the forefathers, Al Saleh also praised HM King Hamad's appreciation of those who responded to the call of the nation and sacrificed their lives while performing the national duty. He called for the need to translate HM the King call for more cohesion to protect hard-won national achievements into the ground amid the current economic and security situation in the region in the world, stressing that Bahrain has succeeded to stay away from the repercussions thanks to the sound policies adopted by the leadership. Praising HM the King's keenness to honour whoever seeks to serve the nation, Al-Saleh congratulated the national work pioneers who were honoured today, affirming that the coming generation should be inspired by their dedication and patriotism.