His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received Ambassador Michael Waltz, the US Representative to the United Nations, on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The meeting, held at Gudaibiya Palace, addressed bilateral ties and regional stability. Prince Salman and Ambassador Waltz discussed strengthening cooperation between Bahrain and the United States. Discussions also focused on current regional developments and their implications for security in the Middle East. The engagement showed the ongoing diplomatic efforts between the two nations to foster mutual interests and address shared challenges.
Deepening Bahrain-US Partnership
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa noted the depth of Bahrain–US relations, noting their continuous enhancement across various sectors and areas of mutual interest. The meeting showed a shared commitment to bolstering the strategic partnership between Bahrain and the United States. This commitment includes building on existing cooperation and agreements, particularly the Full Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA). Prince Salman also noted the significance of the bilateral partnership with the US. He emphasized its role in effectively countering what he described as hostile Iranian aggression.
Role of United Nations
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa noted the United Nations' role in advancing international cooperation and strengthening collective efforts among member states to address global challenges. Prince Salman expressed appreciation for the cooperation between the United States, allied countries, and the Kingdom of Bahrain through the United Nations system and its various entities. He emphasized the importance of further strengthening this cooperation in support of international efforts aimed at advancing global security, stability, peace, and development. Prince Salman also recognized the US's key role, alongside allied countries, in promoting international peace and security across the region and the world.
Key Attendees and Discussions
Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court, attended the meeting between His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Ambassador Michael Waltz. Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, was also present during the discussions. The delegation further included Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy. Their presence showed the significance of the talks, which centered on bilateral ties and regional stability between Bahrain and the United States. The officials participated in the dialogue at Gudaibiya Palace, contributing to the full discussions on enhancing cooperation and addressing shared challenges.
Broader Regional Context
Discussions during the meeting also covered issues of common interest and explored avenues to advance cooperation between Bahrain and the United States. Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Ambassador Michael Waltz addressed the latest regional and international developments. These exchanges aimed to ensure a shared understanding of ongoing global dynamics and their potential impact on both nations' strategic interests. The dialogue showed the commitment of both parties to collaborative engagement on matters extending beyond bilateral relations. This included a focus on broader geopolitical trends affecting stability and security in various parts of the world.
