AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFDI & Tourism: Bahrain has won the bid to host the FDI World Dental Congress in 2028, with the bid led by Exhibition World Bahrain and the Bahrain Dental Society—another boost for the kingdom’s MICE push. Business & Finance: The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) wrapped up its fifth EVOLVE summer internship programme, expanding training across schools and universities and adding modules on AI, fintech and cybersecurity. Islamic Banking: Moody’s says Bahrain’s Islamic banks are better placed than conventional lenders to handle regional stress, citing strong capital buffers and resilient financing. Entrepreneurship: EO Bahrain inaugurated its first dedicated headquarters, aiming to build leadership and help entrepreneurs scale regionally and globally. Regional Risk: The US issued fresh security and travel alerts across Bahrain and several Middle East countries, warning of rapid escalation tied to Houthi attacks and Iran-linked risks, including possible flight cancellations and airspace closures. Energy & Trade: US Central Command said it escorted 1 billion barrels of oil out of the Strait of Hormuz, while warning the effort continues to protect shipping flows. Automotive & Events: Toyota was confirmed as an Automotive Partner for the Royal Bahrain Concours 2026, adding to Bahrain’s growing events calendar. Public Finances: Bahrain’s non-oil revenues rose 15% in 2025, with the state reporting a budget deficit and detailing VAT and other collections.
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