13-02-2025
BTECH: International Business Hub at LEAP Launches with Dynamic Events
The Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH) has stated that the 'International Business Hub,' organized by the Society in collaboration with 'WorkSmart' events management at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, witnessed several events, visits, and agreements on its first day. The IBH hosted a visit by His Excellency Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, who toured the platform, which features telecommunications and technology companies from Bahrain, the region, and across the globe. The first day also included ThinkSmart Knowledge Hub, organized by the ThinkSmart for Development and Training, where discussions focused on topics such as AI in education, the development of AI skills in Saudi Arabia, and a skills roadmap in this field. The event also showcased digital transformation solutions, including AI, e-commerce, training solutions, communications, automation, and other modern technologies. Additionally, the event facilitated a mutual visit between BTECH's delegation and representatives from the Palestine Pavilion, along with a meeting of the Arab Union for ICT, with representatives from BTECH and the Palestinian delegation in attendance. Mr. Tareq Fakhroo, Chairman of BTECH, emphasized that the organization of the International Business Hub at LEAP 2025 aligns with the society's efforts to support the local, regional, and global ICT sector, and stated that the initiative is particularly focused on empowering Bahraini companies, showcasing their services and products, and enhancing their competitiveness in regional and international markets. Mr. Fakhroo stated, 'The platform brings together Bahraini and international companies to showcase the latest technical solutions, expand the horizons of Bahraini companies, and open new channels for accessing global markets, while strengthening Bahrain's position as a regional hub for digital innovation.' The platform includes ICT companies from Bahrain, the Gulf, and around the world, such as including Etisalcom, Joyda, GFX Securities, Gulf Future Business, iWorld, Qemat Al Marifah, Silah Gulf, ThinkSmart Gulf, and Urbansoft Technologies, among others.
LEAP is one of the world's leading technology events, bringing together international experts and speakers, providing platforms for showcasing innovations, discussing challenges and opportunities in technology, and offering startups the chance to network with investors and present their latest solutions.
