Bahrain moves to cap foreign work permits in push to prioritise local jobs

Bahrain’s lawmakers have unanimously approved an amendment to the 2006 Labour Market Regulatory Law that mandates the introduction of a maximum cap on foreign work permits, aiming to protect local jobs and reduce economic outflows. The amendment, which is …

Bahrain Hosts Luxury Forum

TDT | Manama Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com Bahrain has reaffirmed its status as a rising global luxury tourism destination with the successful hosting of the third edition of ‘Connections Luxury Bahrain’, held in partnership with Jacobs Media Group and …

Bahrain aims to bolster halal industry with new standards

BAHRAIN aims to become a global hub for the halal industry by setting up a comprehensive national framework to regulate products and services. Efforts to solidify the kingdom’s status as an international centre for halal products compliant with Islamic …

UAE, Bahrain announce entry into force Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement

ABU DHABI - The United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Bahrain announced the entry into force of the Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement, signed between the governments of both countries, effective 8th May 2025. This follows the completion of …

Massive infrastructure project plans outlined in Bahrain

Bahrain - Massive infrastructure projects have been earmarked for Juffair, Adliya, Umm Al Hassam, Mina Salman and Ghuraifa, a top minister has announced. Works Minister Ibrahim Al Hawaj highlighted ongoing and future projects in Capital Governorate …

New Halal checks in Bahrain aim to ensure sharia compliance and boost exports

TDT | Manama Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com New halal rules in Bahrain will see ministry inspectors test products and audit companies to ensure sharia compliance, as the kingdom moves to position itself as an export hub for certified goods. The plan …

Bahrain Chamber discusses trade ties

TDT | Manama Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com Chairman of the Bahrain Chamber, Sameer Nass, met separately with the Ambassadors of Bangladesh and Pakistan to Bahrain yesterday, exploring trade and investment opportunities with both countries. In his meeting …

Bahrain: Green light for new corporate tax

Bahrain - Parliament yesterday unanimously approved a new tax on multinational enterprises (MNEs). MPs held a retrospective vote on a royal decree issued by His Majesty King Hamad on the Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax for MNEs Law, during the National …

Bahrain calls for calm between India, Pakistan

Shaza Hotels debuts in Bahrain with Mysk Al Fateh

Shaza Hotels, a leading hotel management company inspired by the rich cultures of the Silk Route and Arabian hospitality, has announced its entry into Bahrain.   This follows the signing of a management agreement for Mysk Al Fateh Bahrain with Nuzul …