Bahrain to Host First “Made in GCC 2026” Forum

Major industrial gathering to boost Gulf integration and global competitiveness

The Kingdom of Bahrain will host the inaugural Made in GCC 2026 Forum and Exhibition from October 6 to 8, 2026, at Exhibition World Bahrain, under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

Held with the support of Their Majesties and Highnesses, the GCC leaders, the event aims to strengthen industrial cooperation among Gulf states, promote economic diversification, and enhance the global competitiveness of GCC industries.

The forum will coincide with the meetings of the GCC Industrial Cooperation Committee and the GCC Commercial Cooperation Committee, chaired by Bahrain’s Minister of Industry and Commerce Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro.

The gathering will bring together GCC ministers, senior officials, business leaders, investors and industry experts to explore opportunities for industrial integration, investment and innovation.

The event will feature high-level discussions on industrial policies, global market access, supply chain resilience, green manufacturing, smart factories, industrial financing and workforce development.

The accompanying exhibition will showcase Gulf-made products, advanced technologies and industrial innovations, while providing a platform for business partnerships and investment opportunities.

Minister of Industry and Commerce Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro said the forum represents Bahrain’s commitment to advancing GCC economic and industrial cooperation.

He added that the event would help establish “Made in GCC” as a unified industrial brand representing the quality and competitiveness of Gulf products in regional and international markets.