A year of opportunity
Investment, innovation and growth in 2025
JANUARY
Business delegations and investor meetings coordinated by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) and the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI).
Private-sector briefings on economic priorities and investment outlook for 2025.
• WEF D avos (Jan 20-24):
A high-level Bahraini delegation, including the EDB, attended the meeting to promote investment opportunities in financial services, information and communications technology (ICT), manufacturing, logistics and tourism, with a focus on digital transformation and sustainability
• LEAP 2025
(Feb 2025, but planned in Jan): The EDB facilitated the participation of 14 Bahraini technology companies at LEAP 2025 in Saudi Arabia, showcasing local innovation in artificial intelligence, fintech and renewable energy
• BCCI & EDB Collaboration:
The BCCI and EDB continued to work closely to promote Bahrain’s economy, with the Chamber hosting events and workshops to support trade, investment and private-sector growth.
FEBRUARY
BINOVATE 2025 (Manama)
A two-day business networking and innovation event focused on entrepreneurship, professional collaboration and sectoral partnerships, held in strategic partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization – Investment and Technology Promotion Office (UNIDO-ITPO) Bahrain.
SME and sector-specific workshops hosted by BCCI
Bahraini enterprises showcased products at Gulfood 2025, high- lighting the Kingdom’s food and manufacturing capabilities on a global stage.
MARCH
Export promotion meetings under Bahrain Exports
Hong Kong Jewellery Show
Bahrain Exports facilitated the participation of local companies, including JeeJewels and Al Safa Jewellery, enabling them to connect with international buyers and explore new markets, strengthening Bahrain’s position in global trade.
SriLanka - Bahrain Trade:
The Sri Lankan Embassy in Bahrain organised business-to-business (B2B) meetings with a Sri Lankan tea company, highlighting international collaboration to boost bilateral trade flows.
APRIL
• Investment and economic policy forums focusing on the business climate, regulatory reforms and economic diversification.
• Small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) growth and financing sessions organised by government agencies to support private-sector development.
MAY
• Pakistan–Bahrain Investment Opportunities Summit & Smart Expo, focusing on bilateral trade, information technology, real estate, financial services and professional services.
• Business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking sessions with foreign delegations, aimed at strengthening cross-border partnerships and investment flows.
JUNE
• Trade, logistics and supply-chain forums focusing on ports, shipping, customs and regional connectivity.
• Industry roundtables covering manufacturing, construction and services.
• Asian Arab Business Awards 2025, recognising excellence in business leadership and cross-border collaboration
JULY
• Inbound and outbound trade delegations focusing on Gulf Cooperation Council, Asian and European business partnerships.
• Bahrain and United States firms sign $17 billion in deals, deepening bilateral economic ties across key sectors
AUGUST
• Executive training programmes and leadership forums focusing on corporate governance, human resources, digital skills and productivity.
• Strategic planning sessions organised by chambers of commerce and business councils.
SEPTEMBER
• ICCA Middle East Summit 2025 (Exhibition World Bahrain) Focus: Business events industry, conferences, exhibitions, investment in MICE infrastructure.
• MEOS & GEO Conference
Focus: Oil, gas, energy investment, sustainability and technology
OCTOBER
• IDCE 2025 – Downstream Energy and Industrial Innovation Exhibition: Focused on refining, petrochemicals, manufacturing and industrial digitalisation.
• Export acceleration initiatives announced by Bahrain Exports to support international market expansion.
NOVEMBER
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister inaugurates Jewellery Arabia 2025 and Scent Arabia 2025, highlighting retail trade, luxury goods, and strong participation from regional and international exhibitors.
Gateway Gulf Forum 2025 concludes with over $17 billion in investments, partnerships and agreements
DECEMBER
• BITEX 2025 – Bahrain International Technology Exhibition Focus: ICT, startups, AI, fintech, digital transformation.
Bahrain Exports concludes Export Week 2025
• Bahrain–Russia Business & Investment Days Focus: Bilateral trade, strategic investment cooperation.
• Year-end economic outlook forums Focus: 2026 forecasts, investment trends, private-sector sentiment.
Mara’ee 2025
Concluded after several days of specialised programmes and activities, drawing attention to innovation and sectoral developments across the kingdom.
Related Posts