The Joint Economic Committee between the Ministry of Industry and Commerce and the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry held its forty-sixth meeting at the Ministry’s headquarters in Bahrain Financial Harbor. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce was chaired by H.E. Mr. Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, and the BCCI was chaired by BCCI Chairman H.E. Mr. Sameer bin Abdullah Nass, in the presence of a number of officials and members of the Joint Committee from both sides.

During the meeting, the Minister of Industry and Commerce stressed the importance of strengthening cooperation between the Ministry of Industry and Commerce and the BCCI, noting that these meetings represent an ideal platform for exchanging ideas and visions on current economic issues. His Excellency also pointed to the BCCI’s pivotal role in supporting and developing the business environment, leading to the achievement of sustainable development goals.

The Minister added that the Ministry is working to implement effective initiatives to improve investment and enhance Bahraini products’ competitiveness, stressing the government's commitment to supporting investors and local entrepreneurs.

For his part, Nass affirmed that the Chamber prioritizes enhancing the business environment and boosting economic competitiveness, noting that this meeting represents a milestone in the coordination process between the public and private sectors, which reflects Bahrain's commitment to providing a flexible and dynamic economic environment. Adding that these meetings consolidate the effective partnership between the Chamber and the government, to develop a stimulating and attractive business environment for local and foreign investments, which contributes to diversifying sources of national income.

The BCCI Chairman noted the Chamber’s continuous efforts to attract investments and provide practical solutions to challenges facing entrepreneurs. Affirming it commitment to strengthening the effective partnership with the government and launching initiatives that support Bahrain's regional and international competitiveness.