Past Events

The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) and the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI) co-organized a webinar on 7 May to update Hong Kong businesses on the latest investment incentives in Bahrain. The event was supported by the Chairman of BCCI, the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB), Tamkeen (Bahrain’s labor fund), the Honorary Consul General of Bahrain in Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Bahrain Business Association.

Bahrain’s financial sector remains a key economic driver, contributing 16.9% to GDP, followed by manufacturing at 15.7%. For Hong Kong businesses, they said financial services, ICT, manufacturing, logistics, and tourism were sectors that the government was prioritising.

Aurelio Castilla, Head of International Offices at EDB, highlighted opportunities in southern Bahrain’s downstream aluminum industry, suggesting Hong Kong could collaborate with mainland Chinese businesses in this sector. He also emphasized Bahrain’s growing digitalization and e-commerce landscape as areas where Hong Kong’s expertise could prove advantageous.

Bahrain has long been a gateway to other GCC members, and offers many incentives, including generous subsidies and tax incentives. Companies interested in learning more about Bahrain’s business opportunities can contact EDB at https://www.bahrainedb.com/