H.E. Mr. Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, accompanied by a number of Ministry officials, conducted an inspection tour of Manama Souq with a number of businessowners and members of the (BCCI) Commercial Markets Committee, as part of the continuous efforts to follow up with small businesses and businessowners' needs.

H.E. viewed projects offered by small business owners and confirmed the government's keenness to follow up on all issues related to the commercial sector, stimulating an economic and commercial environment that encourages growth, expansion and investment. 

The Minister also praised the efforts of the private sector and the cooperation between business owners and the BCCI Commercial Markets Committee to enhance Manama Souq's business environment, affirming its historical status as one of the oldest markets in the region.