Bahrain, Hong Kong Forge Links

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain and Hong Kong are setting the stage for a new phase of cross-regional cooperation, as the Bahrain Chamber welcomed a high-level trade delegation from the East Asian powerhouse. The meeting underscored ambitions on both sides to build a stronger commercial bridge connecting the Gulf with Asia’s booming economies.

The visit was hosted by Atef Al Khaja, Chief Executive Officer of the Bahrain Chamber, who described the session as more than a courtesy call. “It’s a chance to deepen a relationship anchored in shared values like openness, free enterprise, and innovation,” he said. He also reaffirmed the Chamber’s commitment to supporting partnerships that align with Bahrain’s long-term development strategy.

Sectoral committee members from the Chamber joined the dialogue, presenting Bahrain’s offerings in health, logistics, digital economy, industry, tourism, and exports. Their participation signalled Bahrain’s readiness to convert policy dialogue into actionable trade outcomes.

Representing the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Dubai, Director General Simon Chan spotlighted his city’s strategic value for Bahraini investors. He delivered a focused presentation on Hong Kong’s business environment and ongoing initiatives to draw Gulf investment into Asia.

Chan said the Dubai office was committed to helping Bahraini companies tap into East Asian supply chains through Hong Kong’s well-established financial, legal, and logistical networks. He added that the city’s competitive advantages were designed to complement regional growth ambitions in the Gulf.

The gathering marked a deliberate step in positioning Bahrain as a regional base for outward investment and trade, and Hong Kong as a proven platform to access Asian markets. Both sides acknowledged the importance of converting diplomatic ties into direct business collaborations that generate value across sectors.

As global trade patterns shift and economies recalibrate toward multi-polar supply routes, Bahrain and Hong Kong appear keen to define their own niche in this evolving map. The Chamber said it would follow up with sector-specific initiatives to maintain momentum and explore concrete opportunities.