Gateway Rising

Forum on ‘Rethinking Global Investment’ cements Bahrain’s role as the Gulf’s trusted gateway to global growth

TDT | Manama

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The Kingdom of Bahrain is set to take the global investment spotlight once again as more than 200 senior investors, business leaders, and policymakers from across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Gulf prepare to gather for Gateway Gulf 2025.

The invitation-only forum will take place on November 2nd and 3rd at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay under the theme ‘Rethinking Global Investment for New Trade Dynamics.’

Gateway Momentum

Hosted by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) with the backing of senior government officials, the event reaffirms Bahrain’s growing reputation as a trusted global gateway for investment into the Gulf. Building on the achievements of Gateway Gulf 2024, which saw more than USD 12 billion in announced investments and strategic partnerships, the 2025 edition promises to take discussions further - linking investors to transformative opportunities across fast-growing sectors.

Global Dialogue

Delegates will explore collaboration across key areas driving regional growth, including digital transformation, energy transition, financial services, manufacturing, logistics, and tourism. The forum’s agenda includes curated panel discussions, oneon-one investor meetings, and showcases of investable projects from across the Gulf, all designed to turn dialogue into long-term partnerships.

With non-oil sectors contributing more than 86 percent of national GDP, Bahrain today stands out as one of the most diversified economies in the Gulf. The Kingdom’s strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and pro-business environment continue to attract global capital, reinforcing its position at the heart of a USD 2 trillion Gulf economy projected to triple by 2050.

For Bahrain, Gateway Gulf 2025 is a moment to showcase how far the Kingdom’s economy has come, and how much further it can go. Bringing the world’s investors and decision-makers together in Manama signals renewed confidence in Bahrain’s transformation and in the Gulf’s broader push for sustainable, diversified growth.