Bahrain welcomes statement on resumption of Saudi-Iranian diplomatic relations

Manama, Mar. 10 (BNA): The Kingdom of Bahrain welcomed the joint statement issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Iran, mediated by the People’s Republic of China, to resume diplomatic relations between the two countries.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Bahrain’s appreciation for the initiative of the People’s Republic of China to host and sponsor the Saudi-Iranian talks that complement the Iraqi and Omani diplomatic efforts.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its hope that this agreement would constitute a positive step towards resolving differences and ending all regional disputes through dialogue and diplomatic means, as well as establishing international relations on the basis of understanding, mutual respect and good neighborliness. In addition to not interfering in the affairs of other countries, and adherence to the charters of the United Nations and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and international laws and norms.

In this regard, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs praised the pioneering role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in supporting security, peace and stability, as well as in seeking diplomacy in settling regional and international disputes.

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