STABILITY is the cornerstone of progress and development in the Middle East, His Majesty King Hamad has said.
Security of this highly-important region continues to be threatened amid mounting challenges, he said.
His Majesty was receiving senior participants in the 17th Manama Dialogue at Sakhir Palace yesterday.
He highlighted the need to ensure regional maritime security to protect the freedom of navigation and commercial sea routes that serve the global economy.
The King pointed out that the outbreak of the worst pandemic in modern history has challenged all countries, regardless of their size, wealth or resources.
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