Oman Forecasts Hotter Weather and Less Rain in August

Oman is expected to experience hotter-than-normal conditions...

Kuwait FM Receives New Australian Ambassador’s Credentials

Kuwait's Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad...

Kuwait And China Advance Strategic Development Projects

Kuwait and China are moving ahead with...

Bahrain

Georgetown University in Qatar Graduate Earns Spot in 2025 Yenching Scholars Program

A recent graduate from Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q), Brian Cody Wibowo, has earned a place in the Yenching Scholars Program 2025. This elite academic...

Aamal Company approves 6% dividend at annual shareholder meeting

Aamal Company Q.P.S.C., a leading diversified business in the region, held its Annual Ordinary and Extraordinary General Assembly Meeting on Wednesday at the JW...

ACWA Power Expands Regional Presence with $693 Million Investment

Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power has expanded its portfolio by acquiring a $693 million stake...

ASEAN Committee and UN-Habitat Lead Major Beach Cleanup in Kuwait

Kuwait recently hosted a successful beach cleanup initiative organized by the ASEAN Committee in...

Kuwait Abolishes Law Reducing Punishment for Honor Crimes

Kuwait has made a significant legal reform by abolishing the law that previously allowed...

Italian Base in Erbil Hit by Drone, No Casualties Reported

An Italian base in Kurdistan Region came under a missile or drone strike overnight,...

Bahrain Approves Three-Day Paternity Leave for Government Employees

Bahrain has taken a step toward supporting working fathers by approving a three-day paid paternity leave for government employees. The House of Representatives passed...

Bahrain Introduces Remote Notarization for Faster Legal Services

Bahrain is making a major leap in digital transformation by launching remote notarization services. The Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs, and Endowments announced this...

Gulf Union Insurance and Reinsurance Company Reports BD 1.75 Million Profit for 2024, Strengthening Its Position in Bahrain’s Insurance Market

Gulf Union Insurance and Reinsurance Company has announced a successful financial year, reporting a profit of BD 1.75 million for 2024. This marks a...

StartUp Bahrain and Reboot Institute Partner to Boost Technical Skills in Bahraini Startups

StartUp Bahrain, the Kingdom’s leading platform for startups, has teamed up with Reboot Institute, a top coding school in Bahrain. This collaboration aims to...

ACWA Power Expands Its Presence in Bahrain with Major Acquisition

Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power is set to expand its presence in Bahrain by acquiring key energy assets from Engie. This deal, worth $693 million,...

Saudi Arabia’s Push for Lithium-Sulfur Technology to Drive Sustainable Energy

Saudi Arabia is making significant strides to become a global leader in battery innovation. The Kingdom is leveraging its vast natural resources and strategic...

Bahrain’s CBB Introduces New Regulations for Financial Institutions

The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) has introduced new regulations to simplify the appointment process for board members and senior management at licensed financial...

Bahrain Upgrades National ID for Seamless Travel

Bahrain has made a significant advancement in digital innovation by upgrading its national ID card. The Kingdom has integrated Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) technology...

NBK Bahrain Partners with City Centre Bahrain for Exclusive Cashback Offer

NBK Bahrain has introduced an exciting offer in partnership with City Centre Bahrain. The promotion allows NBK Credit Cardholders to earn 4% cashback when...

Bahrain Ministry Partners with BIBF to Enhance Employee Skills

The Ministry of Finance and National Economy in Bahrain has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance...

Bahrain Rejects Proposed Remittance Tax Amid Economic Concerns

Shura Council Rejects Remittance Tax Proposal Bahrain’s Shura Council rejected the two percent tax proposal on expatriate remittances. Lawmakers raised concerns about the potential harm...

Bahrain Bourse Achieves Strongest Growth in the GCC Despite Market Challenges

Bahrain Bourse recorded the highest gains in the GCC during February 2025. The All Share Index surged 4.3%, closing at 1,960.23 points. This increase...

Bahrain Unveils Action Plan to Strengthen Economy and Achieve Growth

Bahrain has introduced a 12-point action plan to strengthen the economy and ensure financial stability. The government aims to achieve a budget surplus and...

Bahrain’s Competitive Advantage in Operating Costs

Bahrain has emerged as a leader in offering competitive advantages in operating costs. Recent reports indicate that companies in Bahrain experience significant savings compared...

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