King Hamad receives Culture minister

HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received at Sakheer Palace today, in the presence of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince , Deputy Supreme Commander Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa,, the Minister of Culture Shaikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khalifa who introduced to HM the King the Chairmen of Arab Tourism Organization Dr. Bandaar bin Fahad Al Faheed, on the occasion of his visit to the Kingdom, to attend the inauguration of Manama Capital of Arab Tourism 2013. HM the King expressed pride at the choice of Manama as the Capital of Arab Tourism 2013,, affirming that it reflects Bahrain's status, and its cultural communication, with all ancient civilizations,, stressing that Bahrain is a haven of tolerance, co-existence,, love and peace. HM expressed appreciation, for the ongoing cooperation between the Ministry of Culture and the Arab Tourism Organization, in tourism and cultural fields. He stressed Bahrain's care for the tourism sector ,due to its important role, in supporting national economy, and promoting Bahrain as a cultural and tourism destination, praising the role of Arab Tourism Organization, in supporting cultural and tourism projects, in Bahrain, and other Arab countries.