Manama, December 09, 2022, SPA -- Bahraini Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa received here yesterday Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh. Sheikh Khalid Al Khalifa hailed the remarkable growth and development and joint coordination between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia in all fields, based on the support of King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. He praised Saudi Arabia for its sincere efforts and pivotal role in serving Islam and its issues, spreading values and principles of moderation, and serving pilgrims, in addition to its strategic position as a fortified fortress in preserving the interests, security, and stability of Muslim and Arab nations. He expressed his wishes that the next stage would witness more coordination between the Ministries of Islamic Affairs in both countries, which would have a positive impact on the service of Islam, within the framework of the memorandum of understanding that brings them together and aims to enhance cooperation in the field of Islamic affairs. Al Al-Sheikh emphasized the importance of the two countries' Islamic affairs ministries in spreading Islam's tolerance and ensuring that it is not used for purposes other than the teachings of the real faith. --SPA 14:44 LOCAL TIME 11:44 GMT 0020 www.spa.gov.sa/w1824376