UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain at his residence in Abu Dhabi today. This meeting highlighted the strong and friendly relations between the two nations. During their discussions, Sheikh Mohamed and King Hamad engaged in warm conversations that underscored the...
The Government of Bahrain aims to raise BD 250 million ($658 million) with its latest development bond offering, which opens for subscription today, July 2, 2025. This initiative is part of Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to attract investment and strengthen its financial position. The new bond, which is listed on the Debt Primary Market, provides investors...
stc Bahrain, a prominent digital enabler, has announced the launch of its ‘EMERGE’ summer internship program for 2025, aiming to empower youth and foster community development. The internship program is designed to provide interns with valuable opportunities and professional guidance, helping them grow personally and professionally while gaining practical skills necessary for the workplace. For...
SolitAir, the UAE’s only dedicated cargo airline, has launched scheduled air cargo services from Dubai World Central (DWC) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH). This new route will commence this month, enhancing connectivity between Bahrain and DWC. This expansion is a significant step in SolitAir’s mission to establish high-yield trade routes across the Global South. The...
Bahrain and the UK have formalized two significant agreements on Thursday during an official visit to London by Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa. The agreements were finalized at No. 10 Downing Street following discussions with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Credit: Arab News One of the key agreements established is the Strategic Investment and...
The United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII) Conference 2025 officially began today, June 17, in partnership with NGN International. The event, held at the Awal Ballroom of the Gulf Hotel Bahrain, is centered around the theme “AI Innovations, Ethics, and Digital Transformation: Towards Excellence and Strategic Growth.” This conference acts as an essential platform for...
Bahrain’s Municipalities and Agriculture Ministry has officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Bahrain Real Estate Investment Company, known as Edamah. This company acts as the real estate arm of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company. The MoU was signed by Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Minister Wael Al Mubarak and Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al...
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain arrived in the United Arab Emirates today for a private visit. Upon his arrival, the King was welcomed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, highlighting the close diplomatic ties between the two nations. Credit: WAM This visit...
Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, recently met with Ebrahim bin Hasan Al Hawaj, Bahrain’s Minister of Works. The meeting took place as part of ongoing efforts to explore avenues for cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Credit: WAM During the discussion, both ministers highlighted the importance of collaboration...
Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Jordan have significantly boosted the Middle East tourism industry, achieving a remarkable increase of over 44% in international arrivals compared to pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2025. Despite this impressive surge, the year-over-year growth appeared modest at just 1%. This paradox raises questions about...