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.

Why Invest in Bahrain?

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

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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.

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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.

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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.​

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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.

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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.

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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.

Get in touch with us

  • A member of the team will follow up with you regarding investing in Bahrain. For other inquiries, please refer to the other categories on the Contact Us page.
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