HM the King welcomed him and reviewed historic relations between the two friendly countries and progress of bilateral cooperation mainly in the military field.
HM underlined Bahrain’s keenness to further cement ties binding both countries so as to achieve forecast aspirations.
He also lauded active role of the US and its support to all efforts aimed at promoting peace, security and stability in the Gulf region.
Discussions also focused on the latest regional and international developments.
Gen. Mattis hailed solid relations between the two friendly countries mainly in the military field.