Manama, Oct. 14 -- His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa called upon the legislative and the executive branches for collective efforts on building upon what has been achieved, in order to continue united national march on the path of progress, stability and prosperity.

HM said as he patronised in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister, the 2nd session of the 5th Legislative Term of the Shura and Representatives councils.

HM King Hamad was welcomed by the Speaker of the Council of Representatives, Fawzia bint Abdulla Zainal, and Shura Council Chairman, Ali bin Saleh Al-Saleh, on arrival at the Isa Cultural Centre, accompanied by...