Manama: King Hamad Bin Eisa Al Khalifa has paid tribute to all the people who have sacrificed their lives for the sake of Bahrain since the country was founded by Ahmad Al Fateh around 230 years ago.
In an address to the nation as Bahrain celebrated its national day and the anniversary of the king’s accession to the throne, King Hamad said the celebrations were “an auspicious occasion to recall the positive progress and pioneering achievements of our honourable forefathers, may God rest their souls in peace.”
“It is also an occasion to express our appreciation to the national stances of the loyal people of Bahrain throughout the nation’s modern history,” he said.
Such stances have enabled Bahrain to overcome numerous difficulties, to achieve the status that matches the level of sacrifices and contributions, and keep the comprehensive progress moving forward steadily towards further reforms and modernisation as per our wishes, the Bahraini monarch said.
“We would like to emphasise, as we celebrate our glorious national days, the need for cohesion between all people in order to protect our gains and achievements and to be proud of the achievements we have accomplished thanks to our efforts that compete in their performance with the world’s finest, especially when we take into account the exceptional economic and security situations in many countries,” he said.
“Bahrain has taken all necessary precautions and measures to be spared the negative effects of such situations, but without neglecting our policy of sustainable development aimed at promoting social stability and economic growth, and protecting and developing our environment. We pray Allah the Almighty, on the first occasion of Commemoration Day tomorrow, to bestow His mercy on those who have had the honour to sacrifice their lives for their nation since the first day of the foundation of the country until today. We pray that He grants them Heaven. We find solace in the high dignity of those who have dedicated themselves, without the slightest hesitation, in response to the call of duty and regardless of the sacrifices,” he said.
“The valuable and successive contributions of Bahrain’s men and women prompt us to proudly celebrate and highlight them in a befitting manner. Such contributions represent an invaluable wealth and a guiding light for future generations that inspires them and encourages them to continue the trail of nation building and dedication,” he said.
King Hamad said that in keeping with annual traditions, Bahrain was keen on honouring all those who are dedicated and devoted to serving the nation.
“It gives us pleasure to pay tribute to them on the ‘Day of the Nation’ and to praise them as we are grateful and proud, and thus present through them a model of Bahraini experience and expertise that has never failed since the establishment of this blessed entity. We congratulate and thank them for making the progress of Bahrain their destiny. We reiterate our pride in loyal devotion and outstanding performance that contribute to leading our beloved homeland towards brighter days and a more brilliant future,” he said.
