Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB) has attracted $1.52 billion in direct investments from 75 local and international projects in the first nine months of the year, it has been revealed.
Of these, 43 per cent represented new capital investments and 57pc were expansions of existing investments in the kingdom, a meeting of its board of directors, chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Bahrain EDB chairman, in Bahrain Bay was told yesterday.
The tourism sector accounted for the largest share of diversified direct investments, followed by financial services, manufacturing and ICT.
These cumulative investments are projected to generate more than 4,300 jobs over a three-year period.
HRH Prince Salman affirmed that the kingdom’s success in attracting investment opportunities demonstrates and further incentivises the efforts of Team Bahrain.
He noted that these efforts support the kingdom’s investment objectives and strengthen its comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad.
HRH Prince Salman highlighted that attracting investment not only contributes towards creating quality opportunities for citizens but also enhances the growth of the national economy, driving economic diversification and supporting Bahrain’s far-reaching development goals.
The board reviewed the Bahrain EDB’s progress and assessed global market developments. Discussions covered global economic trends and strategies to attract investment across priority sectors, supporting growth and diversification.
HRH Prince Salman noted the role of official visits in attracting investments, announcements, agreements and memoranda of understanding, which help facilitate quality economic opportunities.
He stressed the need to follow up on the outcomes of these visits to maximise their benefits and reinforce the kingdom’s strategic economic and investment position.
Sustainable Development Minister and Bahrain EDB’s chief executive officer Noor Al Khulaif reviewed the board’s achievements in 2025.
The board also examined emerging sectors with a strong potential for economic growth and market resilience.
Updates were presented on the Golden Licence initiative, highlighting strategic projects that have demonstrated long-term value creation and are expected to further contribute to economic activity and prosperity.
His Majesty’s Personal Representative and Supreme Council for Environment president Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the King’s representative for humanitarian works and youth affairs Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa along with several senior officials and members of the Bahrain EDB board also attended the meeting.
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