His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Deputy King of Bahrain, met with HE Fatima bint Jaffer Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism, and Dr Nasser Qaidi, CEO of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority (BTEA) at Gudaibiya Palace. This meeting followed the recent success of Exhibition World Bahrain winning the prestigious “World’s Leading New Exhibition and Convention Centre 2023” award at the World Travel Awards.
During the meeting, His Royal Highness emphasized the critical importance of continued efforts in the tourism sector, a key pillar of the Kingdom’s comprehensive development plan envisioned by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. He highlighted the need for innovative initiatives to further enhance Bahrain’s position as a leading exhibition destination and maximize its contributions to the national economy, aligning with the Kingdom’s broader development goals.
His Royal Highness commended the remarkable accomplishments of “Team Bahrain,” expressing his sincere appreciation for the dedication and hard work of the Ministry of Tourism, BTEA, and their entire staff. He extended his best wishes for continued success in their endeavours to drive tourism growth and development in Bahrain.
In response, the Minister of Tourism and the CEO of BTEA expressed their profound gratitude for His Royal Highness’s unwavering commitment to the progress and prosperity of the vital tourism sector. Their commitment to building upon this success and further solidifying Bahrain’s position as a global tourism leader was reaffirmed.
This meeting underscores the Kingdom’s unwavering focus on developing its tourism industry and solidifying its position as a premier destination for international visitors. The recognition of Exhibition World Bahrain on the global stage serves as a testament to the dedicated efforts of stakeholders across the sector and paves the way for continued growth and success in the years to come.
