Mission to Bahrain & UAE - Trade, Investment, Real Estate, Tourism
The Middle East region is undergoing a significant economic and social transition. Many countries across the Middle East have captured the world's attention as they aim to diversify their economies and transit to a green and sustainable future. These reforms present new opportunities for companies across a wide range of industries.
Bahrain's economy is the most diversified amongst all regional Gulf countries with non-oil sectors contributing about 82% of its GDP. The financial sector is the largest contributor of total GDP, followed by the manufacturing sector. Bahrain is seeking to develop industries such as tourism, logistics, financial services and ICT. The Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI) rated Bahrain as one of the emerging international contenders. In 2022, the number of visitors arriving for tourism reached 9.9 million, up by 19% over the target.
The United Arab Emirates was ranked first in the Arab region and 25th globally in the Global Competitiveness Report 2019. It has well-established infrastructure, a stable political system and one of the most liberal trade regimes in the Gulf region. "We the UAE 2031" strategy to diversify the economy includes goals to generate more non-oil exports, boost tourism as well as accomplishing a world leading position in terms of quality of life and attracting talent.
Tentative Itinerary (Please note this may be subject to change)
DAY 0 Saturday, 20 Apr 2024 - Self-transfer to Manama, Bahrain
- Check in Hotel
- Welcome Reception Networking Dinner Host by HKBBA
DAY 1 Sunday, 21 Apr 2024- Meeting with Bahrain Economic Development Board
- Meeting and Business Matching with Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Networking Luncheon
- Meeting with Ministry of Industry and Commerce
- Site Visit to Bahrain World Trade Centre
- Welcome Dinner and Networking Session
DAY 2, Monday, 22 Apr 2024- Meeting with Authorized Economic Operator
- Networking Lunch
- Transfer to Dubai
DAY 3, Tuesday, 23 Apr 2024- Meeting and Networking Reception with the Dubai Chambers
- Meeting with the Department of Economy and Tourism
- Meeting and Networking Reception with HKETO / HKTDC Dubai
- Cultural Visit
DAY 4, Wednesday, 24 Apr 2024- Meeting and Networking Session with Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce
- Meeting with Abu Dhabi Investment Office
- Meeting with local entrepreneurs
DAY 5, Thursday, 25 Apr 2024- Meeting and Networking Session with Sharjah Chamber of Commerce
- Site Visit and Networking Session with Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center
- Site Visit and Networking Session at Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park
- Cultural Visit at Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
DAY 6, Friday, 26 Apr 2024- Site Visit to Museum of the Future
- Site Visit to Dubai Mall
- Site Visit to Burj Khalifa
- Cultural Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- Depart for Hong Kong
**Participation**
This mission is exclusive for HKGCC corporate members. Each corporate member can send up to 2 delegates to join this mission. The participation for the mission is HK$23,800 (please note that the price may need to be adjusted based on hotel fees at the time of booking), inclusive of 6-nights hotel accomodation on 20-25 April, meals, local transport, the flight from Bahrain to Dubai, business matching meetings, interpreters, and other related administrative expenses, but excludes air tickets to and from Hong Kong. Members should make their own flight arrangements after receiving confirmation of their participation from the Chamber.
Full payment is required for booking. No place will be reserved without full payment. Participation fee is non-refundable unless the mission is cancelled by the organizer.
Supporting Organizations:
Hong Kong Bahrain Business Association
Hong Kong Ambassadors Club
Please find here detailed flyer.
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