Deputy Premier Jawad bin Salem Al-Arayad received here today the newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador to Bahrain Qi Zhenhong.

The deputy premier wished the new envoy every success in assuming his diplomatic duties, pledging that he will be allocated with all kinds of support of the kingdom’s officials.

He lauded steady progress of the Bahraini-Chinese relations in all fields.

The Chinese Ambassador expressed utmost thanks and appreciation to the deputy premier for the audience, extending sincere thanks to the leadership for the warm welcome accorded to him and cooperation with him.

He said he would do his best to consolidate bilateral cooperation in the cultural, trade and social fields.