AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaritime and Energy: Bahrain called for safe, unrestricted navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, citing their importance to global supply chains, energy and food security. French President Emmanuel Macron is due in Bahrain and three other Gulf states on October 19–21 for talks on Hormuz and energy markets. Construction: Eskan Bank received 19 bids, ranging from BD2.31 million to BD3.38 million, for a market, supermarket and sports facility in Madinat Salman. Workforce Policy: The government rejected a proposed salary-linked fee for employers hiring foreign workers outside Bahrainisation quotas, saying the existing BD500 charge is simpler to administer and supports local hiring. Industrial Projects: Honeywell is set to provide technology for GPIC’s new aromatics complex, while WestPoint has inaugurated a factory in Bahrain. Business Links: Bahrain launched a European Chamber of Commerce to connect European firms with the local market and help Bahraini businesses pursue opportunities in the EU. Engineering: Bapco Energies recognised Bahraini engineers’ contribution to strategic projects and operational performance, marking Bahraini Engineer’s Day.
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