Launch of the Tamkeen Labor Fund Strategy 2026-2030 and its economic importance
The recent announcement of the launch of the Tamkeen Labor Fund Strategy for 2026-2030 is nothing less than a declaration of an advanced stage in the economic development of the Kingdom of Bahrain, a stage that goes beyond traditional support for small and medium-sized enterprises and private sector employees to sustainably engineer economic impacts. A […]
Bahrain’s National Aviation Strategy: Connectivity as a Strategic Asset
The launch of Bahrain’s National Aviation Strategy (2026–2027) represents more than a sectoral development plan; it signals a deliberate effort to position aviation as a core pillar of national competitiveness and economic diversification. Announced by the Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, H.E. Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, under the theme of ‘Building Bridges […]
An economic analysis of the factors behind the rise in Bahraini pearl prices
The natural pearl sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain has witnessed a remarkable recovery in recent months, with prices exceeding a minimum of 40 percent, which is considered a record increase in the Bahraini pearl market. What is noteworthy over the past few months is that the rise in pearl prices is not just a […]
National Action Charter: A quarter century of transformation and shaping the future
In the march of nations, pivotal moments are not reduced to dates in history, but are measured by their ability to bring about sustainable change in collective consciousness and the course of the state. In this context, the 25th anniversary of the National Action Charter stands out as a founding milestone that redefined the relationship […]
Joint Defense Cooperation Agreement between the Kingdom of Bahrain and France: A Qualitative Security Partnership between the two Countries
During His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s visit to the French Republic on February 6, 2026, and his meeting with His Excellency French President Emmanuel Macron, a joint cooperation agreement in the field of defense was signed. The agreement was signed on behalf of the Kingdom of Bahrain by His Highness Sheikh Nasser […]
58th anniversary of the founding of the Bahrain Defense Force
On February 5, the Kingdom of Bahrain celebrates the 58th anniversary of the founding of the Bahrain Defense Force, a long-standing national occasion that embodies pride and honor in a distinguished military history, which since its inception has been linked to protecting the homeland, preserving its sovereignty, and defending it. The celebration commemorates the establishment […]
Bahrain’s National Environment Day: A Shared Responsibility for a Sustainable Future
Each year on February 4th, the Kingdom of Bahrain marks its National Environment Day as an opportunity to reflect on the relationship between people and their natural surroundings. The day is not merely ceremonial, but rather a reminder that environmental protection is a continuous, collective responsibility. As an island nation, Bahrain faces unique ecological pressures […]
Fifth Strategic Dialogue between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United States: Towards Strengthening a Comprehensive Partnership
On January 26, 2026, the fifth strategic dialogue between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United States of America concluded in Manama, with the Kingdom participating through four specialized working groups, The last of these was the working group on “Enhancing Strategic Cooperation to Support Peace and Security,” chaired by Ambassador Sheikh Abdullah bin Ali […]
Visit of His Excellency the President of Cyprus to the Kingdom of Bahrain: Strategic Partnerships and Economic Prospects
On January 25, 2026, His Excellency Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides paid an official visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain, where he met with His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of the country, may God protect and preserve him, in a strategic and economic move to build a new partnership of its […]
Derasat Center holds a ThinkTalk lecture on SMRs
The Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat), in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy in the Kingdom of Bahrain, organized a ThinkTalk lecture titled ‘Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMRs) in Future Energy Systems’, delivered by Dr. Randy Beatty, an international expert in nuclear energy security. Participants included representatives from national institutions and several […]
