Bahrain's Premier yesterday vowed never to allow democracy to be misused by saboteurs and terrorists.

Just as democracy guarantees the right of the individual, the state's right to ensure that it is not misused should also be preserved, he said, noting that democracy safeguards societies against chaos, but some sides tend to use it as a tool for incitement, sabotage and terrorism.

His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa was speaking as he received intellectuals, media and Press figures.

He praised the tremendous efforts made by them in local newspapers to enlighten public opinion and protect it from deception and exploitation of democracy, as well as preserving national fundamentals.

HRH the Premier stressed the need to take advantage of science, public awareness and genuine social heritage to consolidate national unity, noting that the kingdom boasts a rich legacy of unity and co-existence values that can be used to enhance the solidity and cohesion of Bahraini society.

The Premier also reviewed latest regional and global developments, commending the essential role played by Saudi Arabia to bring Arab and Islamic nations together and consolidate solidarity among them, citing the extraordinary session of the Organisation of Islamic Conference, set to be hosted by Mecca.