30 December 2008
His Highness the Deputy of the King and Crown Prince, Shaikh Salman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Economic Development Board (EDB), chaired today a board meeting of the EDB......Read More >
24 December 2008
Europe Key Partner for Bahrain Says EDB.....Read More >
30 November 2008
H.H. Sh. Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, Crown Prince and Chairman of the Economic Development Board, officially opened Bahrain Polytechnic today.....Read More >
17 December 2008
Free Trade Agreement with Singapore Will Act as Business Springboard for Bahrain.....Read More >
18 November 2008
Focus is on entrepreneurship and human capital development in line with Vision 2030.....Read More >
16 November 2008
Focus is on entrepreneurship and human capital development in line with Vision 2030.....Read More >
13 November 2008
Deputy of The King and Ministers attend special Vision 2030 retreat. Planning meetings focus on the joint delivery of Bahrain’s National Strategy by all Ministries and Agencies......Read More >
12 November 2008
First of a series of workshops to provide networking and knowledge sharing opportunity for Ministerial communications teams .....Read More >
11 November 2008
Program marks second phase of Education Reform Initiatives. Allows Ministry of Education to respond to findings of the Quality Assurance Authority (QAA)......Read More >
10 November 2008
Students participate in a pilot Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) programme as part of the Secondary Vocational Education (SVEP) initiative. Ministry of Education (MOE) supported initiative, designed to close the gaps between education in Bahrain, and labour market needs......Read More >
5 November 2008
The official opening of the Bahrain Teachers College.....Read More >
2 November 2008
The Economic Development Board (EDB) has issued the second edition of a CD containing all legislation that has been passed within the Kingdom, from the 1930s till July of this year. The new edition titled “Bahrain’s Legislation” includes an updated database and an improved search capability......Read More >
27 October 2008
Following four years of hard work, and with the participation of more than 300 Bahrainis from all walks of life, Vision 2030 has been launched......Read More >
23 October 2008
His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa presided today a ceremony that involved the launch of the Economic Vision 2030......Read More >
20 October 2008
Bahrain to showcase logistics sector at GCC Europe Expo .....Read More >
15 October 2008
His Highness Shaikh Salman Bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and Chairman of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (“EDB”), made a three-day official visit to Singapore to foster closer economic and political ties between Bahrain and Singapore......Read More >
10 October 2008
Delegation holds high-level meetings with Japanese dignitaries, government ministers and business leaders 10 October 2008 Tokyo, Japan: His Highness Shaikh Salman Bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, the Crown Prince of Bahrain and Chairman of the Bahra.....Read More >
7 October 2008
Bahrain delegation to have high-level meeting with dignitaries, government ministers and Japanese business leaders.....Read More >
25 September 2008
Newly formed Arabian Cab Company will be operating the very distinctive “London cabs” in Bahrain by the end of the year......Read More >
24 September 2008
Bahrain’s position as a regional leader for foreign investment has been confirmed after it was ranked number one in the GCC.....Read More >
18 September 2008(2)
The Bahrain Polytechnic opened its doors this week to 240 male and female students from across Bahrain, making it the only Polytechnic to be established within the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) states......Read More >
18 September 2008
Bahrain has achieved a significant ranking in the World Bank and International Finance Corporation's Doing Business 2009 report......Read More >
27 August 2008
Bahrain banking sector reports continued robust growth in first half of 2008 27 August 2008, London Bahrain's banking sector continued to show dynamic and confident growth in the first half of 2008 with very strong financial results across.....Read More >
19 August 2008
Proud to be Different Bahrain's economy praised for diversity and sustainability Manama, Bahrain 19 August 2008 Bahrain’s economy is exceptional within the Gulf region and destined for success, an independent report has revealed. The Growing Beyond Oil report,.....Read More >
26 August 2008
Bahrain's Workforce Hailed by US Report Bahraini labour force 20% more productive than closest competitor in the Gulf 26 August 2008, Manama, Bahrain Bahrain’s increase in labour productivity has been the highest in the Gulf since 2000 according.....Read More >
11 August 2008
Bahrain's banking sector is booming Bahrain's banking industry continued to grow in the second quarter of the year with the total consolidated balance sheet of all the banks increasing by 6.7 per cent since the end of March. The.....Read More >
22 July 2008
Bahrain Logistics Zone to be pivotal Middle East hub 22 July 2008, Manama, Bahrain Already an established hub of commerce and development within the Middle East, the opening of the Bahrain Logistics Zone (BLZ) will cement the Kingdom’s position.....Read More >
8 July 2008
Bahrain Offers London Leading Islamic Finance Know How INNAUGURAL EURO WORLD ISLAMIC BANKING CONFERENCE AIMS TO ENHANCE GLOBAL UNDERSTANDING OF DYNAMIC INDUSTRY SECTOR 8th July 2008, London Giving a key note address at today's Euro World Islamic Banking.....Read More >
2 July 2008(2)
Bahrain Grants License to Lazard Asset Management Leading global asset manager to establish presence in Kingdom Manama, Bahrain 2 July 2008. The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) has granted a licence to Lazard Asset Management to establish a.....Read More >
2 July 2008
US$ 75 million investment in Bahraini skills training Skilled workforce top of agenda as Bahrain follows ambitious plans for growth Bahrain The Labour Fund’s Human Capital Development (HCD) initiatives have, to date, invested in excess of US$75 million.....Read More >
1 July 2008
Educated and Skilled National Workforce Key EDUCATED AND SKILLED NATIONAL WORKFORCE KEY TO MAINTAINING MIDDLE EAST ECONOMIC MOMENTUM SAYS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF BAHRAIN Manama, Bahrain 1 July 2008 Bahrain further established its credentials as the Gulf’s most committed.....Read More >
25 June 2008
Bahrain Makes its Mark on Europe's Financial Services Manama, Bahrain 25 June 2008 This month, senior delegates from the Economic Development Board of Bahrain (EDB) arrived in London for the third annual ‘City and GCC Conference’, highlighting Bahrain’s strong.....Read More >
19 June 2008
Bahrain's position as a regional leader in international free trade was confirmed today by the World Economic Forum's.....Read More >
9 June 2008
Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, Bahrain’s own sovereign wealth fund, has ranked first for transparency in the Gulf region, according to new research conducted by the independent Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute......Read More >
2 June 2008
Bahrain's momentum continues as world’s fastest growing financial centre, with six new banking operations announcing commencement of operations so far in 2008......Read More >
20 May 2008
Panel Discussion Highlights Private Sector’s Role in Region’s Economic Growth Bahrain EDB Chief Executive emphasises the need to create 300,000 jobs in private sector in GCC countries Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, May 20, 2008 The role of the private.....Read More >
19 May, 2008
Bahrain increases regional leadership in information technology Bahrain’s regional leadership in Information Technology (IT) has been acknowledged by the World Economic Forum and INSEAD, one of the world’s leading business schools, in the organisations’ Global Information Technology Report 2007.....Read More >
23 March 2008
Shaikh Mohammed bin Essa Al Khalifa, Chief Executive of Bahrain’s Economic Development Board (EDB), today arrived in Singapore to encourage further understanding and cooperation between the two countries......Read More >
24 February, 2008
Spring of Culture Festival Returns - Organisers of Spring of Culture 2008 the Gulf's biggest and most diverse annual arts and cultural festival today announced the line-up for its most exciting festival yet. .....Read More >
16 January 2008
Bahrain Economic Development Board announces delegation to Davos world economic forum.....Read More >
3 July 2008
Bahrain Attracts Citi's Fund Administration Business Manama, The Economic Development Board Global financial services company, Citi, today announces the expansion of its fund services business into Bahrain. Shaikh Mohammed bin Essa Al Khalifa, Chief Executive of the Economic.....Read More >
3 July 2008(2)
Bahrain Grand Prix's Medical Team Receive Prestigious FIA Accolade 3 July 2008, Manama, Bahrain The Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix's medical team has been recognised as one of the best in the world by the Fédération Internationale de.....Read More >
4 January 2009
World Longest Marine Causeway Will Boost Bahrain's Role as Hub to Key Gulf Markets, says EDB.....Read More >
5 August 2008
Arab advisors group reveals Bahrain’s communications connectivity leading the region 210.4% connectivity per person dwarfing the regional average of 135.37% 5th August, Manama, Bahrain – Bahrain’s position as a regional leader in telecommunications was confirmed by the Arab.....Read More >
12 December 2007
FDI statistics explained in Bahrain workshop 12 December 2007 MANAMA, Bahrain The Economic Development Board, in collaboration with the MENA Investment Centre in Manama and world experts in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), held a workshop on Wednesday.....Read More >
2nd December, 2007
EDB organizes workshop on investment negotiations - The Economic Development Board (EDB) with the cooperation of the UN's Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) started a training workshop on Sunday.....Read More >
28th November, 2007
Focus on the Right Skills- New innovative secondary vocational education programs at Bahrain's schools. Developing secondary vocational education at Bahrain's public schools is amongst the main focuses of the National Education Reform Initiatives.....Read More >
19 November 2007
Seef Strong Share Price Performance. Seef Properties B.S.C. Share Price has substantially increased since IPO. An Innovative Offering Structure. The Road to the Initial Public Offering. ......Read More >
7 November 2007
Economic Development Board hosts briefing at CEO Forum in Beijing. Bahraini companies strengthen links with Chinese counterparts......Read More >
29 October 2007
EDB CEO Briefs UK Media on Bahrain's Growth and Progress - The Chief Executive of the Bahrain Economic Development Board, Shaikh Mohammed Bin Essa Al Khalifa, yesterday (28 10 07) met with senior journalists from four of the.....Read More >
23 October 2007
Bahrain's 'Winning Formula' Brings Success at IMF World Bank Meetings - 400 people at reception showcasing Kingdom's financial services strengths. Bankers' Society of Bahrain co hosts, 10 local companies sponsor event.....Read More >
22nd October, 2007
EDB signs MoU to Increase Numbers of International Exhibitions and Events in Bahrain - The Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) and Crans Montana Forum Middle East (CMFME) this week signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).....Read More >
Sunday, 28 October, 2007
German Commercial Delegation Explores Bahrain's Investment Opportunities - Key growth sectors highlighted in EDB meeting. The Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) today welcomed a German commercial delegation headed by Dr Bernard Veltrup from the German Federal.....Read More >
17 October 2007
UNCTAD report FDI to Bahrain Triples in 2006 to $2.9 billion Bahrain reaches No 11 in global performance rankings Pattern of strong regional FDI growth continues Manama, Bahrain, 17 October 2007 Bahrain's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflow increased substantially.....Read More >
4 October 2007
EDB honors the "Investor Centre" employee of the month. Mrs. Maisa Al Aradi, the Investors Services Specialist at the Bahrain Investors Centre, was awarded the Employee of the Month for September 2007......Read More >
30th September 2007
Bahrain Welcomes Zain International - LEADING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONGLOMERATE CHOOSES BAHRAIN AS GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS. The Economic Development Board (EDB) of Bahrain has today welcomed the news that leading Telecom operator Zain International (www.zain.com), has chosen Bahrain.....Read More >
13th September 2007
Economic Development Board meets with the Businesswomen's Committee at the BCCI 13th September 2007 Manama, Bahrain Dr Zakaria Hejres, Deputy Chief Executive and Mr Kamal Ahmed, Chief Operating Officer at the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB), today met.....Read More >
10th September 2007
Economic Development Board launches "The Brand Positioning Strategy" for Bahrain Monday, 10th September Manama, Bahrain The Economic Development Board (EDB) launched the Brand Positioning Strategy for the Kingdom of Bahrain at the Banyan Tree today......Read More >
6 September 2007
Quality in Teaching and Learning. School head teachers at the Schools Review Unit Workshop. Three hundred Ministry of Education staff participated in a workshop held at the Diplomat Hotel yesterday.....Read More >
3 September 2007
EDB honors the "Investor Centre" employee of the month. Mr.Adel Yaqub Turabi was awarded the Employee of the Month award at Bahrain Investors Center (BIC) for August 2007......Read More >
25 July 2007
Insight on National Education Reform - Education is a key pillar for Development and Growth. The Executive Director of the National Education Reform, Dr. Martyn Forrest addressed the members of the Salmaniya Rotary Club.....Read More >
11 July 2007
Education Reform on the way to implementation. Nord Anglia runs a workshop for new Quality Assurance Authority recruits Wednesday, 11 July 2007 Manama, Bahrain The National Education Reform Project and the international partner, Nord Anglia held a training workshop.....Read More >
July 3, 2007
EDB honors the "Investors' Center" Employee of the Month - Jehad Jassim Eid, an employee of the General Directorate of Immigration and Passports, was awarded Employee of the Month at Bahrain Investors Center (BIC).....Read More >
25 June 2007
Bahrain Inaugurates MENA Centre for Investment - Bahrain announced today (Monday) the opening of the Middle East North Africa (MENA) Investment Centre in the Kingdom.....Read More >
12 June 2007
Bahrain to Launch New Education & Training Initiatives Implementation of international standards will take the sector to world class level Tuesday, 12 June 2007 Manama, Bahrain Under the patronage of HH Shaikh Mohammad bin Mubarak Al Khalifa.....Read More >
3rd June 2007
EDB honors the "Investors Centre" employee of the month. Mrs. Nazha Abdullah Hassan, a Commercial Agency Specialist was awarded Employee of the Month at Bahrain Investors Center (BIC) for May 2007......Read More >
29th May 2007
Bahrain embraces the idea of Renewable Energy - Hosted by the Economic Development Board, the conference aimed at promoting clean energy. The Economic Development Board (EDB) hosted today (Tuesday) the Clean Business 2007 Conference on.....Read More >
28 May 2007
EDB's international business promotion event is 'Success' -The Bahrain International Business Orientation Week (BIBOW), organized by the Economic Development Board in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs which gathered Bahraini representatives from across the.....Read More >
28th May, 2007
Bahrain a hub for Islamic Finance in the Region - Bahrain Financial Services Development promotes Kingdom's Islamic Finance sector in WIFCMC. Bahrain Financial Services Development (BFSD) at the Economic Development Board has made a bold.....Read More >
24 May 2007
EDB Event Builds 'Team Bahrain' - This Saturday, (26 05 07), Bahraini representatives from across the globe will be gathered at an event organized by the Economic Development Board in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.....Read More >
21 May 2007
Bahrain Financial Services Working in Partnership with Bloomberg Bring Innovative Financial Forum to the Kingdom. Bahrain leading the way in Islamic finance trends. Manama, 21 May 2006.....Read More >
7th May 2007
High Flying Jordanian delegation discusses joint opportunities across growth sectors. "Bahrain's economy is growing steadily with GDP growth of at more than 6% ".....Read More >
05 May 2007
Ministry of Finance Applauds Strong Start to Seef Properties IPO Strong institutional interest following early surge in individual applications 05 May 2007 Bahrain's Ministry of Finance today welcomed the strong start to the Seef Properties IPO, saying initial applications.....Read More >
02 May 2007
Economists welcome the Amendment of the Legal Practice Act International Law Firms will not Compete with Bahraini Lawyers 02 May 2007 Manama, Economic Development Board (EDB) Bahraini economic analysts emphasized the importance of establishing legal consulting firms.....Read More >
29th April 2007
Rewarding Success - EDB honors the BIC employee of the month. Sadeq Ahmed Al Sadeq became the first person to be Awarded Employee of the Month at Bahrain Investors Center (BIC) for April 2006......Read More >
24 April 2007
Bahrain conducts survey on foreign direct investment - EDB and CIO work with private sector to identify ways to boost FDI. The Economic Development Board (EDB) in cooperation with the Central Informatics Organization (CIO).....Read More >
22 April 2007
As part of EDB's 'Investing in Bahrainis' initiative Bahrain Investors Centre undergoes second training programme 22 April 2007 Manama, Bahrain The Economic Development Board (EDB), in cooperation with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, on Saturday held a workshop.....Read More >
19 April 2007
Bahrain Government confirms full details of Seef Properties IPO. Government encourages Bahrainis to become shareholders in Kingdom's best known retail real estate company. Subscription period 26 April to 10 May 2007......Read More >
11 April 2007
Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix Wednesday, 11 April 2007 The Kingdom of Bahrain is gearing up to host the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix for the fourth year running......Read More >
April 10 2007
Announcement of New Board of Director - His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Commander in Chief of the Bahrain Defense Force and the Chairman of the Economic Development Board issued.....Read More >
02 April 2007
EDB CE meets visiting Deputy Secretary of U.S. Commerce Department 02 April 2007 Bahrain's Economic Development Board Chief Executive Shaikh Mohammed bin Essa Al Khalifa, received David Sampson, Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce, and the accompanying delegation.....Read More >
2 April, 2007
Economic Development Board and Parliament hold a meeting. Monday 2 April, 2007 Manama, Bahrain The Chief Executive of the Economic Development Board (EDB), Sheikh Mohammed bin Essa Al Khalifa met with the Financial and Economic Committee.....Read More >
29 March 2007
French Parliamentarians visit the EDB - An official delegation from the French Senate's (Upper House of Parliament) Finance Commission paid a visit to the Economic Development Board (EDB) on Thursday, March 29 for a briefing.....Read More >
22nd March 2007
EDB Welcomes Pioneering International Company. German firm, Gerber Architects, selects Bahrain as regional headquarter.
22 March 2007 Manama, Bahrain The Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) today (22 March 2007) met with German construction giant, Gerber Architects......Read More >
18 March 2007
Middle East Family Business Leaders and Experts Gather in Bahrain 18 March 2007 Manama, Bahrain The third 'Middle East Families in Business Conference' takes place in Bahrain this week (20 21 March 2007) at the Ritz Carlton Bahrain Hotel.....Read More >
16 March 2007
Tony Hanna, Chehade Brothers & The Oriental Roots Orchestra True world music fusing east with west, traditional with modern Friday, 16 March 2007 True world music fusing east with west, traditional with modern......Read More >
12 March 2007
Customer Care Workshop for EDB employees Monday, 12 March 2007 Manama, Bahrain The Economic Development Board (EDB) conducted two training programs this month on customer care skills, with the second one ending yesterday (Monday)......Read More >
10th March 2007
Osaka Dadada Dan Tenko Enjoy the beat of Japanese drumming Manama, 10 March 2007 With thunderous percussion, Japanese drummers Osaka Dadada Dan Tenko created a visual and musical spectacle at Arad Fort on Sunday 11 March.....Read More >
6 March 2007
Senegalese Superstar Youssou N'Dour Comes to Arad. One of the most distinctive voices in world music, Grammy Award winner and Senegalese superstar Youssou N'Dour, brings his extraordinary talents to Arad Fort.....Read More >
05 March 2007
Bahrain's strength in numbers makes it natural choice for finance says BFSD 05 March 2007 Bahrain's strength in numbers makes it the ideal choice for financial services companies, said Jane Dellar, Managing Director of Bahrain Financial Services Development (BFSD).....Read More >
14 February 2007
A World of Culture Comes to Bahrain Wednesday, 14 February 2007 Spring of Culture 2007 programme announced Festival promotes Bahrain's culture and heritage and brings host of regional and international performers to the Kingdom Manama Spring of Culture 2007.....Read More >
15 January 2007
South Korea looks to learn from Bahrain's FDI success Monday, 15 January 2007 A high level delegation from South Korea arrived in Bahrain today to exchange knowledge about the strategies behind the Kingdom's investment promotion success. .....Read More >
7 February 2007
Dutch Delegation keen to enter Bahrain Market. Government representatives seek to further trade and investment links. A visiting delegation from the Netherlands Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency.....Read More >
5 February 2007
German Delegation briefed on FDI Prospects in the Kingdom. Senior Government and business representatives welcomed by counterparts in Bahrain. A German delegation made up of senior Government and corporate representatives attended an event.....Read More >
23 January 2007
International Marketing Campaign for Bahrain Launched on CNN TV - advertisements spots on international broadcast media. Additional activity across media, exhibitions and events planned. A major international marketing campaign promoting the business benefits of Bahrain.....Read More >