Manama, Feb.8, (BNA)—His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa received in his office today Philippines President's Special Envoy to the GCC countries Dr Amable Aguiluz who conveyed to him the greetings of Philippines President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo as well as her best wishes to him of continuous good health and happiness and further progress and prosperity to Bahrain.
HRH the Premier hailed progressing bilateral relations stressing the kingdom's keenness to further strengthen them in various fields. He also hailed cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) lauding contribution of the Philippine community in Bahrain in various areas. HRH the Premier asked Dr Aguiluz to convey his greetings to the Philippines' President as well as his best wishes of further progress and prosperity to the Philippines. AOQ