Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Bahraini Foreign Minister Al Zayani

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce:

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Bahraini Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani during his visit to Washington, D.C.  Secretary Rubio and the Foreign Minister discussed the important strategic partnership between the United States and Bahrain, including close security cooperation, our shared commitment to safeguarding maritime security and freedom of navigation against Houthi threats, and a shared commitment to peace.

Both parties discussed our valued trade relationship and continued economic engagement in emerging technologies.  They highlighted the U.S.-Bahrain Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement and the Abraham Accords as platforms for joint deterrence, diplomacy, security, and regional integration.  The Secretary and Foreign Minister reiterated both countries’ support for greater security and stability in the Middle East.