Manama, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met today with the Ambassador of the French Republic to the Kingdom of Bahrain, His Excellency Eric Giraud-Telme, at Gudaibiya Palace.His Royal Highness affirmed the strength of the longstanding ties between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the French Republic, emphasising the importance of further developing Bahrain-France relations at all levels to achieve mutual aspirations.HRH Prince Salman bin Hamd highlighted the Kingdom's commitment to enhancing multisectoral collaboration and strengthening bilateral partnerships for the benefit of all.During the meeting, issues of common interest, as well as regional and international developments, were also discussed.For his part, HE Giraud-Telme expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to meet with His Royal Highness, acknowledging His Royal Highness's commitment to advancing bilateral relations. HE also extended his best wishes for the Kingdom of Bahrain's cont inued progress and prosperity.His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and the Minister of Finance and National Economy, His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, also attended the meeting.Source: Bahrain News Agency