Quotes by Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

About Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa:

Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa is the 1st King of Bahrain (since 14 February 2002), having previously been its 2nd Emir (from March 6, 1999). He is the son of Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the previous and 1st Emir. The country has been ruled by the Al Khalifa dynasty since 1783.
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By being friends with all, we are not alone.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Bahrainis are better off than many other Arabs. We have a welfare state, everybody gets a salary whether they have a job or not. Electricity and food are subsidized; school and healthcare are free. And we don't differentiate between Bahrainis and for...

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Bahrain 's margin of freedom is growing day after day as we head into the future with steady steps.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

The Bahraini people are eager to obtain facts to enable them to shape a comprehensive national opinion without division among its people. We confirm to all journalists and media personnel in the kingdom of Bahrain that their freedom is preserved and ...

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Along with our friends in the GCC, the first order of business is stability. Beyond the imperative of stability, the most important priority is job creation for all Bahrainis.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

History shows that no enemy remains hostile forever, nor do friends remain friendly forever. For that reason, we intend to have normal relations with all.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

The reform process began with the historic consensus on the Charter of National Action, in which the Bahraini people decided on a new chapter of their history.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

It's good to have a leader, otherwise we argue too much.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

May Allah guide us to the good of the kingdom of Bahrain and its loyal people.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Sectarian divide has created a schism in our society that is a major challenge. As monarch of all Bahrainis, it pains me to see many harmed by the actions of a few. And yet I am optimistic and have faith in our people. We all realize that now is the ...

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

You cannot transpose the U.S. system on Turkey, and the Turkish system on France etc. You have to understand the people and their culture. That's leadership.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Reform is the mission from which we shall not digress; it is an expression of belief and determination between us and our people. With the help of Allah, we will proceed forward in this promising national process within the natural progress of the li...

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

If you like your brother and he's prospering, you'll be pleased for him.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

I cherished the dream of a country embracing all its people.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

The decision to open up Bahrain to embrace all people indiscriminately was fostered in me ever since I was a child.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Our people have proven their desire for continuing with reforms. We complete the march today with those who have an honest patriotic desire for more progress and reform.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Democracy is not just constitutional and legislative rules; it is a culture and practice and adhering by the law and respecting international human rights principles.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Bahrain lies at the epicenter of Gulf security and any violent upheaval in Bahrain would have enormous geopolitical consequences. Global economic stability depends on the uninterrupted export of crude oil from the Gulf to markets around the world - a...

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

We invite American companies looking to raise capital to list on the Bahrain Stock Exchange. The region has a liquidity oversupply approximating $1 trillion and this pool of capital can be tapped into by creative American companies. The next Facebook...

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

I care about Bahrain. Bahrain is very dear to me. I will not allow people to play around with our laws.

Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Author Bio

  • NameHamad bin Isa Al Khalifa
  • DescriptionKing of Bahrain
  • BornJanuary 28, 1950
  • CountryBahrain
  • ProfessionSovereign; Politician
  • AwardsGrand Cross Of The Order Of Isabella The Catholic