HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa held a meeting with Speaker of the Council of Representatives Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam and Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh at Gudaibiya Palace on 12 October 2026. This discussion took place following the address delivered by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, which served to officially open the new legislative session in Bahrain.
During the proceedings, HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa requested the modernization and harmonization of economic legislation. He identified these legislative updates as a necessary component of the national vision.
The meeting at Gudaibiya Palace served as a platform for HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa to emphasize the importance of the ongoing collaboration between the executive and legislative branches of government. By convening with Speaker of the Council of Representatives Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam and Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa sought to align the priorities of the Council of Representatives and the Shura Council with the broader objectives outlined by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa during the opening of the legislative session.
In his remarks to Speaker of the Council of Representatives Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam and Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa showed that the legislative session represents a critical juncture for the country. The request for the modernization and harmonization of economic legislation is intended to ensure that the regulatory framework remains responsive to the needs of the national vision. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa noted that a cohesive legislative approach is vital for the continued development of the economic sector.
The discussions held at Gudaibiya Palace focused on the mechanisms required to facilitate this legislative progress. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa encouraged both Speaker of the Council of Representatives Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam and Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh to prioritize the review of existing laws. By focusing on the modernization and harmonization of economic legislation, the legislative bodies are expected to contribute directly to the goals established under the national vision.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa noted the role of the Council of Representatives and the Shura Council in fostering an environment conducive to growth. The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa to working closely with Speaker of the Council of Representatives Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam and Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh to ensure that the legislative agenda remains consistent with the strategic direction provided by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
As the new legislative session progresses, the focus on updating economic laws will remain a central theme for the government. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa reiterated that the efforts of Speaker of the Council of Representatives Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam and Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh are essential to the successful implementation of the national vision. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to maintaining the momentum generated by the opening of the session, ensuring that all legislative activities support the long-term prosperity of the kingdom.
