His Excellency Mr. Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, conducted a field visit to several markets, retail outlets, and hypermarkets to monitor the availability of consumer goods and price stability during the holy month of Ramadan.
The visit covered a number of commercial centers, including Sultan Mall, Al-Helli Markets, Danube, Lulu Hypermarket, HyperMax, Al-Osra Markets, and Al-Sater Markets. He reviewed the availability of essential goods and listened to feedback from market officials regarding supply flows and expected demand.
His Excellency emphasized that the Ministry is committed to ensuring market stability and readiness during periods of high demand. These visits aim to confirm the availability of essential food items and Ramadan products in sufficient quantities and at stable prices, protecting consumers and maintaining market balance.
He also noted that ongoing coordination between the Ministry and the private sector reflects a strong national partnership that supports market stability and strengthens food security in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The Ministry will continue inspection visits throughout Ramadan to ensure smooth supply and stable prices.

The Ministry of Industry and Commerce announced intensified inspection and monitoring efforts to ensure the availability of consumer goods and maintain price stability in preparation for the holy month of Ramadan.
The Ministry is implementing awareness campaigns for both merchants and consumers alongside expanded field inspections covering markets and shops. These inspections verify licensed activities, the validity of promotions and discounts, price accuracy before and after offers, and consistency between shelf prices and point-of-sale systems. Authorities will also monitor for fraud or manipulation and address any unjustified price increases to protect market stability and consumers.
Inspection visits will increase mid-Ramadan, focusing on high-demand businesses such as food stores, fruit and vegetable shops, meat and fish outlets, tailoring shops, gold stores, and sweet shops to ensure compliance with regulations.
The Ministry emphasized that serious violations may result in fines, administrative closure or deregistration, and referral to the Public Prosecution. Consumers are encouraged to report violations through the National Suggestions and Complaints System (Tawasul), via WhatsApp (17111225), or by email at inspection@moic.gov.bh.
 

As part of ongoing government efforts to improve service quality and reengineer procedures, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce has developed the Industrial Plot Survey service, enabling survey procedures to be completed fully online through automation and fewer required approvals. This initiative simplifies processes and enhances the investor experience.
The enhanced service is now provided entirely through electronic channels, allowing engineering offices to receive industrial plot coordinates directly through the system without the need for in-person visits, reducing time and effort for investors. The number of procedural steps has been reduced, service requirements lowered by 25%, and application status tracking made available electronically, enhancing transparency.
Ms. Eman Ahmed Al Doseri, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, stated that the service reflects the Ministry’s adoption of innovative digital solutions to improve efficiency, optimize resources, and enhance transparency. She added that the launch underscores the Ministry’s commitment to improving services and user experience in line with the government’s digital transformation efforts.
 

His Excellency Mr. Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, stated that the United Nations’ adoption of the International Day of Peaceful Coexistence is a significant international achievement that reflects the wise leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the guidance of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. It also highlights the Kingdom of Bahrain’s commitment to promoting understanding, mutual respect, and acceptance of diversity.
He noted that the initiative, launched by the King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Coexistence, represents a leading Bahraini model in humanitarian and diplomatic efforts, culminating in the adoption of the resolution by broad international consensus.
The Minister added that celebrating this day for the first time on 28 January underscores global recognition of the importance of tolerance and coexistence in building stable and prosperous societies, reaffirming Bahrain’s contribution to advancing a culture of peace worldwide.
 

His Excellency Mr. Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, received Her Excellency Stephanie Hallett, Ambassador of the United States of America to the Kingdom of Bahrain, on the occasion of her appointment.

During the meeting, the Minister emphasized the strong bilateral relations and strategic partnership between Bahrain and the United States, and Bahrain’s commitment to strengthening cooperation, particularly in the commercial and economic fields, in line with mutual interests.

He also wished the U.S. Ambassador success in her diplomatic mission and expressed his aspiration to further enhance cooperation between the two friendly countries.

As part of government efforts to improve service quality and reengineer procedures, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce has developed the industrial plots leasing service to enhance efficiency and improve the beneficiary experience.

The Ministry updated the review and approval process for leasing requests, resulting in faster procedures and the removal of several required documents, including copies of the investor’s ID or passport, company organizational structure, and product images. This was achieved through system integration with other government entities and the automation of internal review processes.

His Excellency Mr. Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, stated that the service reflects the Ministry’s adoption of innovative digital solutions that enhance efficiency, transparency, and optimal use of resources, while reducing time and effort for beneficiaries.

The development aligns with wider government initiatives, under which more than 1,300 services have been documented and published, with around 800 services reengineered across government sectors, supporting service quality improvement and digital transformation.

As part of ongoing efforts to support economic activity and the commercial sector, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce held an appreciation ceremony for participants in the fourth edition of the National Promotional Initiative for the Commercial Sector, in the presence of H.E. Mr. Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, and senior ministry officials. During the ceremony, a number of commercial sector representatives were honored in recognition of their effective contribution to the success of the initiative.
His Excellency affirmed that the initiative supported consumers by providing a wider range of offers and discounts during the Bahrain Festivities season, within a clear and transparent framework that protects consumer rights and enhances confidence in the local market. He noted that the initiative reflects effective public-private sector partnership, contributing to economic activity, improving the experience of consumers and visitors, and supporting market stability.
He added that the initiative has become an important annual platform supporting Bahrain’s vision of a competitive and transparent economy and strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a preferred economic destination during the festivities season.
Launched by the Ministry through the Consumer Protection Directorate, the initiative aims to exempt promotional campaign fees and extend discount periods. This year, 2,080 promotional campaign licenses were issued, marking growth exceeding 72% compared to 2024, reflecting the initiative’s positive impact on the commercial sector and market dynamism.
 

The Ministry of Industry and Commerce concluded the mentoring sessions of the Digital Business Champions Overseas Program, which was launched by the Ministry in cooperation with Export Bahrain and the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF). The sessions were attended by a number of representatives from companies, commercial institutions, and factories, with the participation of a group of mentoring and leading companies in this field.

The Ministry praised the fruitful cooperation with Export Bahrain and BIBF and the role of mentoring companies in transferring their expertise, contributing to the success of the third edition of the program. It noted that a qualified company, institution, or factory will be selected based on its digital transformation and digital export strategy and awarded the title Digital Business Champions Overseas.

The sessions highlighted the importance of digital transformation, e-commerce best practices, digital marketing strategies, data analysis, intellectual property protection, logistics, delivery services, and the use of artificial intelligence to support digital trade and enable exports beyond the Kingdom of Bahrain.