His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, received at Al Sakheer Palace today the Lord Mayor of London Alderman Roger Gifford, on visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain. HM the King praised the deep-rooted historic relations bonding both countries, specially in the fields of finance, economic and investment, as both countries have outstanding position among financial, economic, and trading fields. HM the King pointed out, the strong economic relations between both countries\' private sectors ,, affirming Bahrain\'s keen interest, to consolidate investment field, as well as provide all facilities for investors,, in addition to encourage foreign capitals. HM the King also praised the role of British financial and banking companies, and institutions in Bahrain, to increase financial and trading exchange, between the two countries.