SHURA Council Chairman Ali Saleh Al Saleh has commended the contributions and sustained efforts of the Bahrain Businessmen’s Association since its establishment in 2001 in supporting the national economy and strengthening commercial, investment, and development partnerships.
He was speaking as he received the association’s board chairman Ahmed Bin Hindi along with several board members.
Mr Al Saleh affirmed that the kingdom enjoys a distinguished economic and strategic position under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad and the continued attention and support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
He expressed pride in the comprehensive system of economic and financial legislation and laws in Bahrain, which consolidates its standing as a long-established commercial and economic hub at both regional and international levels.
The chairman underscored the important role played by the association in formulating visions and plans that meet the aspirations of the commercial sector, pointing to the importance of focusing on promising fields, particularly technology and information technology.
He also affirmed the council’s keenness to build bridges of co-operation and communication with various institutions and associations, especially to learn about their views, perspectives, and proposals regarding topics discussed by the council.
For their part, the chairman and board members thanked the council for reviewing and discussing economic and financial legislation to support the commercial sector and enhance its role in achieving further growth and prosperity in the kingdom.
Mr Bin Hindi noted that the association places great importance on organising activities, events, and programmes that highlight the role of the private sector in supporting the kingdom’s development and progress.
He added that the association is keen to hold co-ordination meetings with various entities to strengthen co-operation and partnership, expand opportunities for joint work, and support development in the commercial and investment sectors in line with Bahrain’s economic vision.