High-Level All-Party Indian Delegation Arrives in Bahrain for Strategic Bilateral Discussions
A high-level All-Party Delegation from India, led by H.E. Mr. Baijayant 'Jay' Panda, Hon'ble Member of Parliament, arrived in Bahrain today for a two-day official visit from May 24 to 25.
The distinguished delegation comprises Members of Parliament, senior political figures, and former diplomats, and is scheduled to engage in meetings with top officials from the Government and Parliament of the Kingdom of Bahrain, as well as other key stakeholders.
The visit comes in the immediate aftermath of the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, India, on April 22, 2025, and aims to reinforce strategic cooperation and dialogue between the two countries amidst recent regional developments.
India and Bahrain enjoy a historically strong bilateral relationship, which continues to thrive across economic and people-to-people ties. Bilateral trade between the two nations reached USD 1.7 billion in the fiscal year 2023-24, with India ranking among Bahrain's top five trading partners.
Two-way investments have also seen significant growth, rising by 40% since 2019. From Q1 2023 to Q1 2024 alone, Indian investments in Bahrain increased by USD 200 million — a 15% year-on-year growth — bringing total two-way investments to USD 1.56 billion.
Tourism has also played a key role in the relationship, with over 1 million tourist arrivals recorded in 2023 — a 44% increase from the previous year.
The delegation's visit is expected to further bolster political, economic, and cultural ties between India and Bahrain, underlining the shared commitment to regional stability and mutual growth.
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