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the two countries, which have evolved over the years of close cooperation. Speaking on the occasion, His Excellency said that for more than a century, Bahrain and the United States have stood together in pursuit of peace, stability, and shared prosperity. He pointed out that under the wise leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and President Donald Trump, this partnership has flourished, rooted in mutual respect and a common commitment to advancing global security. He added that Bahrain’s dedication to this relationship was reaffirmed during the recent visit of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, which underscored Bahrain’s steadfast commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with the United States. His Excellency commended the achievements of the US official, which reflect an unwavering commitment to law, order, and national security. He acknowledged the tireless efforts of the department to contribute to stability and public safety worldwide. He pointed out that the US Administration’s priorities of securing borders, fortifying supply chains, and reinforcing strategic alliances align closely with Bahrain’s own security objectives. He highlighted that it is within this spirit of shared purpose that the signing of a memorandum of understanding will strengthen the security of both nations. “Our aspiration is to join the U.S. Visa Waiver Programme, an outcome made possible by the trust and confidence built through years of close cooperation.” His Excellency said the MoU complements the broader framework of their Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA). With the United Kingdom joining earlier this year, the C-SIPA has become a truly multilateral platform for collaboration in security, emerging technologies, and economic development. He highlighted the importance of building on the historic partnership between the United States Coast Guard and Bahrain’s Coast Guard, and working closely with the Department of Homeland Security to keep C-SIPA dynamic, forward-looking, and impactful for regional stability. “We are also delighted that this milestone coincides with a new chapter in our people-to- people ties.” He said Bahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air began