Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, celebrated the relaunch of its direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, marking a move that reflects the depth of the longstanding friendship and strategic cooperation between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United States of America.
This milestone event highlights the commitment of both countries to strengthening ties and strategic partnership, opening up new horizons for developing relations in various commercial, cultural, and tourism sectors. It also reinforces Gulf Air’s position as a key player in connecting Bahrain to global markets, further supporting economic growth and expanding opportunities for trade and cultural exchange between the two nations, thus bolstering Bahrain’s status as a vital aviation hub on the international map.
On this occasion, an official reception was held at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, attended by a select group of dignitaries and officials. Leading the guests were H.E. Shaikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United States; H.E. Ambassador Jamal Fares Alrowaiei, Permanent Representative of Bahrain to the United Nations in New York; and H.E. Ms. Sara Ahmed Buhejji, CEO of Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority. The event was also attended by members of the official Gulf Air delegation, along with senior representatives of JFK Airport management. The high-level attendance reflected the importance of the event and its role in enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries.
