What we do
The Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) is an investment promotion agency with overall responsibility for attracting investment into the Kingdom and supporting initiatives that enhance the investment climate.
The EDB works with the government and both current and prospective investors to ensure that Bahrain’s investment climate is attractive, to communicate the key strengths, and to identify where opportunities exist for further economic growth through investment.
The EDB focuses on several economic sectors that capitalise on Bahrain’s competitive advantages. These sectors include financial services, manufacturing, ICT, tourism, logistics and transport.
Our achievements
In cooperation with the government and a range of partners, Bahrain EDB has worked since its inception in 2000 to implement a number of key initiatives that have raised the performance level of the national economy. We have focused significantly on raising economic competitiveness, increasing productivity and creating a skilled workforce in Bahrain.
2001
First to introduce Islamic banking regulations
2004
First to liberalize telecoms
2005
Establishment of Bahrain International Investment Park
2006
Signed US FTA
2008
Establishment of the Education and Training Quality Authority (BQA)
2009
Opening Khalifa bin Salman Port (KBSP)
2010
Establishment of the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA)
2017
First to adopt a cloud-first policy
Establish onshore regulatory sandbox
Offering commercial 5G services
2018
Introduction of personal data protection law, re-organization and bankruptcy law
Introduction of Real Estate Regulatory Authority
2019
First to adopt open banking
Launch of crypto assets exchanges
Cloud Innovation Centres launched
2020
Expansion of Court Automation E-filling & Payment
Virtual learning offered by Ministry of Education
Expansion of virtual healthcare services
2021
Launching Al Dana Amphitheatre
Learn about Bahrain EDB’s activities over the years in driving FDI into Bahrain
Economic Vision 2030
Economic Vision 2030
Bahrain EDB is fully dedicated to enriching Bahrain’s investor environment, from now into the far future. As part of the Economic Vision 2030, Bahrain EDB initiated a programme of economic and institutional reform, including the coordination of the first National Economic Strategy.
National Development Strategy
National Development Strategy
Representing the next step in Bahrain’s journey toward the attainment of the Economic Vision 2030, this document outlines the Kingdom’s strategic direction for 2015-2018.
Sustainable Investment
Bahrain EDB’s commitment towards sustainable investment has earned it recognition from the United Nations for excellence in boosting investment into sectors that will help meet the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. The award also acknowledges EDB’s work with Amazon Web Services, in promoting Bahrain’s digital economy.
We’re here to help
With worldwide offices and a dedicated team, Bahrain EDB is ready to help you make the right decision for your investment or business.
General FAQ
Read our frequently asked questions, but please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly if you need any other information.
Global network
Thinking about your next big move? Our worldwide team is ready to introduce you to Bahrain’s market environment and help you begin the process.
Vision and leadership
With oversight and guidance from our board of directors, Bahrain EDB’s committed leadership helps our team accomplish better outcomes for investors and businesses looking to establish a base of operations in the country.
