Energy Minister Dr. Abdul Hussein bin Ali Mirza received Dr. Akbar Ja'ffary who presented to the minister a copy of his new "The Performance of Industrial Firms in Fluctuating Oil Economies" book.
The book analyses potential opportunities for diversification of the local economy and reducing oil-dependence through the enhancement of productivity sectors.
The minister affirmed the need to go ahead in the directions of research studies in this area which will lead to optimum harnessing of economic resources in the Kingdom. The minister said the efforts of Bahraini experts in the field of knowledge are indicative of prolific readiness to contribute in advancing economic productivity.
Dr. Mirza praised Dr. Akbar Ja'ffary's continuous efforts in community service.