Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi arrived in the Bahraini capital of Manama on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, leading a high-level government delegation on an official state visit to strengthen bilateral ties and expand regional cooperation frameworks.
Upon his arrival, an official reception ceremony was held at the royal court, where Al-Zaidi was formally received by the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.
The protocol proceedings included the playing of the national anthems of both nations followed by an inspection review of the military honor guard.
During the visit, Prime Minister Al-Zaidi is scheduled to hold an audience with the Bahraini monarch, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, alongside expanded bilateral working sessions with senior Bahraini officials.
The deliberations focus on deepening bilateral diplomatic and economic partnerships, establishing enhanced mechanisms for joint cross-border investment and trade, and advancing coordinated strategic initiatives designed to serve the mutual interests and stability of both nations.
