On behalf of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister inaugurates Bab Al Bahrain Forum
International confidence
Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah highlighted that the prominent local, regional, and international participation in the forum is a clear indication of the international confidence Bahrain holds, underscoring its status as a trusted destination for economic dialogue and shaping future development strategies.
Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah added that the Kingdom remains committed to strengthening its role as an active partner in the global economic system by continuing to enhance the investment environment, adopt best practices, and empower human capital by expanding productive employment opportunities in partnership with the private sector.
This comes in line with the positive indicators achieved by the National Labour Market Plan 2023 – 2026, which aims to create quality job opportunities for citizens, positioning them as the optimal choice for employment and meeting national aspirations for sustainable prosperity.
Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah thanked the BCCI for organising the forum, which embodies the Chamber's vital role, rooted in over 85 years of history, in supporting economic development efforts and broadening the horizons of regional and international cooperation.
On his part, Sameer bin Abdullah Nass, Chairman of the BCCI, thanked HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for supporting the Bab Al Bahrain Forum 2025.
He highlighted the government's commitment to supporting economic initiatives that promote business and encourage dialogue among various economic actors, thereby advancing sustainable development and strengthening Bahrain's position as a leading commercial and industrial hub.
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