'Bahrain can be a hub for mega regional and international exhibitions'

MANAMA: Bahrain can be a hub for mega regional and international exhibitions, said the Prime Minister yesterday.
It plays a key role already in showcasing the best of Bahrain, he said.
His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa also expressed his appreciation of the contributions of Bahrainis to the country’s progress.
The Prime Minister made his remarks while receiving, at Gudaibiya Palace, Royal Family members and senior state officials, with whom he reviewed topics related to local issues.
He affirmed that Bahrain boasts a distinguished civilisational image and a loyal people with a long history of cohesion and solidarity spearheaded by their fathers and forefathers.
“We have to preserve such a legacy and instill it in the minds of future generations.”
The Prime Minister stressed the importance of interactive social events and the cultural and artistic momentum prevailing in the kingdom in boosting tourism and trade.
The Premier praised the key role played by the exhibitions industry in bringing to light national products in the artistic, cultural, literary and economic fields, noting that such an industry has been given priority in the government’s strategy.
The Prime Minister asserted that interest in the exhibition industry will be increased by providing an adequate environment that ensures its success, and enable the kingdom to attract mega regional and international exhibitions, and be a centre for it.