AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealthcare Investment: Al Hilal Healthcare Group and Fujifilm opened Bahrain’s first AI-powered MRI and CT imaging facility at Al Hilal Premier Hospital, bringing advanced diagnostic technology to the Kingdom. Digital Finance: BENEFIT launched full-screen advertising on BenefitPay, which has 1.3 million active users and processed BHD10.2 billion in payments in 2025. Investment: Bahrain hosts the Gateway Gulf forum on November 1–2 to connect international investors with regional opportunities; Tenmou’s MENA Angel Investors Summit follows on November 18 with the Industry and Commerce Minister due to attend. Labour Policy: Parliament approved a proposal requiring firms carrying out government projects to reserve at least 80% of jobs for Bahrainis, despite concerns it could deter investors; the bill now goes to the Shura Council. Energy Markets: Brent crude climbed to $115.63 a barrel after a reported attack on a Saudi refinery renewed fears of supply disruption. Regional Ties: Bahrain and Kuwait discussed cooperation in transport, telecoms, digital infrastructure and data centres.
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