UK Defence Secretary condoles on passing of HRH Prince Khalifa

TDT | Manama

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UK Defence secretary Ben Wallace has paid homage to His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the Prime Minister, and his role in helping to keep the Gulf region safe.

My thoughts are with the people of Bahrain following the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa of Bahrain," Wallace posted.

"His Royal Highness oversaw the growth of the Defence cooperation between our two countries, including the establishment of the UK Maritime Component Command in Bahrain which plays a vital role in keeping both the UK and the Gulf region safe."