CHINA and Bahrain announced a significant upgrade in their relationship during a recent state visit by His Majesty King Hamad, according to Chinese Ambassador Ni Ruchi.
Addressing a Press briefing at the Chinese Embassy yesterday, Mr Ruchi noted that the visit, which coincided with the 10th Ministerial Meeting of the China-Arab Co-operation Forum, saw the two countries establish a “comprehensive strategic partnership,” marking a milestone in bilateral relations and coinciding with the 35th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two nations .