We are a constitutional monarchy. I don’t order laws, I propose them. Article 35 of our constitution states that the king can only refuse a law of parliament once, then he has to sign it – if the same law is then supported by a two-thirds majority in both houses of parliament. Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Read Quote
Societies cannot move forward without law, and our constitution is the cornerstone of the law and our National Assembly is its umbrella and fortress. Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Read Quote
Any government that has a sincere desire for reform and progress should understand the benefit of objective and constructive criticism. Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Read Quote
There is no doubt that some in Iran have an unhealthy focus on Bahrain, as some of the broadcast coverage shows. Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Read Quote
If somebody gives me his hand, I will not look at him with suspicion. Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Read Quote
May Allah guide us to the good of the kingdom of Bahrain and its loyal people. Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Read Quote
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 Read Quote
