During his visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain on February 16, Akhmat Kadyrov, the First Deputy Minister of the Chechen Federal Republic for Physical Culture, Sports, and Youth Policy, had significant meetings with King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa and Crown Prince Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa. 

Akhmat Kadyrov conveyed warm regards from Ramzan Kadyrov to King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa and the people of Bahrain, expressing hopes for the further enhancement of friendly relations between Russia and Bahrain. King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa acknowledged Russia's stance on certain values, appreciated President Vladimir Putin's firm position, and expressed his country's interest in fostering friendly ties with Russia.

Ramzan Kadyrov praised King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa as an exceptional statesman known for his astuteness, fairness, and wisdom. He highlighted the ruler's leadership in steering Bahrain towards dynamic development, evident in the country's achievements across various social and economic sectors. Kadyrov expressed confidence in Bahrain's continued progress under the leadership of King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa and his sons.

After the meetings, Akhmat Kadyrov, the son of Chechen President Ramzan Kadyrov, was named the Minister of Youth Affairs. Additionally, Akhmat Kadyrov was honored with the Order of Kadyrov, the highest recognition of the federal republic.