GCC Energy Coordination: Bahrain hosted the 37th GCC Petroleum Cooperation Committee meeting, with Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Bin Dinah calling for closer GCC alignment on oil and energy policies, including innovation, cleaner technologies, and an emergency plan for petroleum products. Electricity & Water Integration: Qatar also joined Bahrain for the 31st GCC Electricity and Water Cooperation Committee meeting, where ministers stressed interconnectivity and water security as strategic priorities. Oil Market Signals: Gulf oil flows (excluding Iran) rebounded to about 81% of pre-war levels in September, with Saudi exports driving the recovery, while refined fuel recovery lagged. Bahrain Urban Development: Municipal officials discussed easing parking and traffic congestion at Roundabout 10 Market, and Old Muharraq’s development plan urged moving garages and vehicle repair workshops out of the historic zone. Trade & Customs: Bahrain introduced new warehouse rules letting qualifying traders store goods worth BD10,000+ in commercial complexes under customs-duty suspension, with electronic monitoring requirements. Fintech & Talent: Bahrain welcomed its first-ever Swiss fintech delegation for Fintech Forward 2026, and Vatel Bahrain partnered with Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq to strengthen hospitality training. Workforce Services: LMRA launched a MyGov App service for registered workers to verify work-permit details and validity via eKey 2.0.