HM King receives NAO President; commends efforts to preserve public money

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received, at the Al-Sakhir Palace today, the President of the National Audit Office (NAO), Shaikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, who submitted to HM the 19th annual NAO report for 2021-2022.HM the King commended efforts exerted by NAO President and cadres, praising their distinguished performance and their achievements […]

Meetings held with Tamkeen-supported enterprises

The Labour Fund “Tamkeen” is holding a series of meetings with several enterprises representing sectors that received support through recently-launched programs which aims to deliver greater impact for the national economy and respond to the changing market needs.The meetings which are in line with the national priorities and economic recovery plan featured representatives of enterprises […]

HRH the Deputy King meets with the Group CEO of Vitol

  The Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today met with the Group Chief Executive Officer of Vitol, Russell Hardy, at Riffa Palace. His Royal Highness emphasised the importance of investing in the energy sector to support other economic sectors, in line with the Kingdom’s goals of comprehensive development, led […]

50 businesses advance to Beban season two

Bahrain’s first entrepreneurship-themed reality show produced by Hope Ventures and Hope Fund investment arm Beban concluded the first phase of its two-week boot camp for the 100 shortlisted entrepreneurs of more than 200 submitted applications for season two.  Phase one presented the 100 entrepreneurs and their promising businesses to get shortlisted and be part of […]

Bahrain exports BD460 million worth of national origin products in May

The Information and e-Government Authority (iGA) issued its foreign trade report of May 2022, encompassing data on the balance of trade, imports, exports (national origin), and re-exports. The value of imports increased by 29%, reaching BD518 million during May 2022 compared to BD402 million for the same month of the previous year. The top 10 […]

GCC Secretary-General attends 58th GCC Chambers Federation Board Meeting

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Dr. Nayef Falah M. Al Hajraf participated in the 58th meeting of the Board of Directors of the Federation of GCC Chambers, chaired by GCC Chambers Federation President Ajlan bin Abdulaziz Al Ajlan.He stressed the importance of GCC economic integration and enhancing collective capabilities to face challenges and seize opportunities. The […]

Industry Minister meets Saudi Tourism Minister

Industry, Commerce and Tourism Minister and Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA)’s Chairman Zayed bin Rashid Al Zayani met Saudi Tourism Minister Ahmed bin Aqeel Al Khatib.This came during the minister’s participation in the 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting in Riyadh. BTEA CEO Dr. Nasser Ali Qaidi was present. The […]

Speaker discusses economic recovery plan with Finance Minister

Speaker Fawzia Abdullah Zainal received Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa.The meeting discussed the results of the economic recovery plan, cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive branches.The speaker praised the minister’s efforts in implementing the plan, achieving its goals, and supporting the development process under the leadership of […]

Shura Council, BIBF hold Economic Recovery Forum

Under the patronage of Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, The Economic Recovery Forum kicked off today as an initiative to support the visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, which were announced by the Cabinet chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and […]

Labour Fund holds meetings with Tamkeen-supported enterprises

The Labour Fund “Tamkeen” announced the launch of a series of meetings with several enterprises who have received support through the recently launched programs.These programs were designed to increase productivity and achieve positive impact in the local economy, in line with the national priorities and the economic recovery plan, while also addressing the current and […]