(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) TOKYO, Sept 12 (KUNA) -- South Korean Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon and Bahraini Representatives Council Speaker Ahmed bin Ibrahim Al Mulla discussed ways to bolster cooperation and exchanges between the two countries on Tuesday, the Seoul-based Yonhap News Agency reported During the meeting, Lee expressed the hope that South Korean firms would continue to take part in infrastructure projects in Bahrain and share South Korea's development experience and technology with the country, the premier's office said in a statement. Lee also said cooperation should expand to health care and other sectors. Al Mulla said he hopes South Korean companies expand their presence in Bahrain, according to the report. Lee expressed appreciation for Bahrain's stern response to North Korea's nuclear and missile provocations, and asked for continued cooperation and support.
Al Mulla responded that his country will continue to take part in the international community's efforts to resolve the North Korean nuclear issue. Al Mulla has been on a weeklong visit to South Korea since Sunday. (end) mk.rk
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