Bahrain

Country Bahrain
Capital Manama
Continent Asia
Currency Bahraini dinar(BHD)
Languages Arabic

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Introduction

In 1783, the al-Khalifa family captured Bahrain from the Persians. In order to secure these holdings, it entered into a series of treaties with the UK during the 19th century that made Bahrain a British protectorate. The archipelago attained its independence in 1971. Bahrain's small size and central location among Persian Gulf countries require it to play a delicate balancing act in foreign affairs among its larger neighbors. Facing declining oil reserves, Bahrain has turned to petroleum processing and refining and has transformed itself into an international banking center. King HAMAD bin Isa al-Khalifa, after coming to power in 1999, pushed economic and political reforms to improve relations with the Shia community. Shia political societies participated in 2006 parliamentary and municipal elections. Al Wifaq, the largest Shia political society, won the largest number of seats in the elected chamber of the legislature. However, Shia discontent has resurfaced in recent years with street demonstrations and occasional low-level violence.

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Bahrain - Wikipedia
Bahrain - CIA World Fact Book
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Six Indian Boxers Reach Finals at Asian Youth Games 2025 in Bahrain - NewsonairSix Indian Boxers Reach Finals at Asian Youth Games 2025 in Bahrain  Newsonair

Telangana migrant’s death confirmed in Bahrain after five years - Siasat.comTelangana migrant’s death confirmed in Bahrain after five years  Siasat.com

Bahrain's sovereign fund, SandboxAQ sign deal to speed up drug discovery with AI - ReutersBahrain's sovereign fund, SandboxAQ sign deal to speed up drug discovery with AI  Reuters

India Create Boxing History at Asian Youth Games as Khushi, Ahaana, Chandrika Lead Golden Charge in Bahrain - IndiaSportsHubIndia Create Boxing History at Asian Youth Games as Khushi, Ahaana, Chandrika Lead Golden Charge in Bahrain  IndiaSportsHub

Melia Hotels To Expand To Bahrain With Its First Hotel - TradingViewMelia Hotels To Expand To Bahrain With Its First Hotel  TradingView

Bahrain Islamic Investment Bank taps Binance for crypto to fiat services - CryptopolitanBahrain Islamic Investment Bank taps Binance for crypto to fiat services  Cryptopolitan

Meliá Hotels & Resorts Expands to Bahrain with New Property on Amwaj Island Opening in 2027 - Travel And Tour WorldMeliá Hotels & Resorts Expands to Bahrain with New Property on Amwaj Island Opening in 2027  Travel And Tour World

India secure best boxing medals tally in youth boxing, bag three golds at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain - lokmattimes.comIndia secure best boxing medals tally in youth boxing, bag three golds at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain  lokmattimes.com

Bahrain to host global investors as major conference gets underway - Funds Global MENABahrain to host global investors as major conference gets underway  Funds Global MENA

Germany news: Wadephul to visit Jordan, Lebanon and Bahrain - dw.comGermany news: Wadephul to visit Jordan, Lebanon and Bahrain  dw.com

Meliá Hotels International Expands Its Footprint in the Middle East with Its First Hotel in Bahrain - Hospitality NetMeliá Hotels International Expands Its Footprint in the Middle East with Its First Hotel in Bahrain  Hospitality Net

GFH and Binance launch Bahrain’s first bank-integrated crypto payment solution - ZAWYAGFH and Binance launch Bahrain’s first bank-integrated crypto payment solution  ZAWYA

F1 Academy - Tests - Bahrain Day 2: Maya Weug still in the lead, Doriane Pin in the pack - autohebdof1.comF1 Academy - Tests - Bahrain Day 2: Maya Weug still in the lead, Doriane Pin in the pack  autohebdof1.com

Arman Myrsabit bags silver at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain - qazinform.comArman Myrsabit bags silver at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain  qazinform.com

Former ASG Pinky Anand appointed judge of Bahrain International Commercial Court - Bar and BenchFormer ASG Pinky Anand appointed judge of Bahrain International Commercial Court  Bar and Bench

Kyrgyzstanis win 8 more medals at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstanis win 8 more medals at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain  AKIpress News Agency

World Champion Racecar Driver Jenson Button Announces Retirement: Final Race in Bahrain - 112.uaWorld Champion Racecar Driver Jenson Button Announces Retirement: Final Race in Bahrain  112.ua

Bahrain Opens Its Doors to Romanian Tourists: A New Era of Cultural and Leisure Travel - Travel And Tour WorldBahrain Opens Its Doors to Romanian Tourists: A New Era of Cultural and Leisure Travel  Travel And Tour World

Bahrain: MNEs ‘must prepare for advance tax payment’ - ZAWYABahrain: MNEs ‘must prepare for advance tax payment’  ZAWYA

Bahrain's central bank cuts key rate by 25 basis points-statement - TradingViewBahrain's central bank cuts key rate by 25 basis points-statement  TradingView

National Bank of Bahrain offers enhanced fixed income and custody services - ZAWYANational Bank of Bahrain offers enhanced fixed income and custody services  ZAWYA

Bahrain Earns Praise for Hosting the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Record Time - Asian Hockey FederationBahrain Earns Praise for Hosting the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Record Time  Asian Hockey Federation

Bahrain Follows Fed, Cuts 25bps - TradingViewBahrain Follows Fed, Cuts 25bps  TradingView

Jenson Button's last dance: 8 Hours of Bahrain - ESPNJenson Button's last dance: 8 Hours of Bahrain  ESPN

F1 Academy drivers test in Bahrain as rivals head to Spain for Formula E - Formula ScoutF1 Academy drivers test in Bahrain as rivals head to Spain for Formula E  Formula Scout

India’s Young Swimmers Impress in Bahrain: Nitishsai, Dhinidhi and Vedant Shine at the 2025 Asian Youth Games - IndiaSportsHubIndia’s Young Swimmers Impress in Bahrain: Nitishsai, Dhinidhi and Vedant Shine at the 2025 Asian Youth Games  IndiaSportsHub

Iran’s U18 Girls’ Volleyball Team Wins Gold At Asian Youth Games In Bahrain - Iran Front Page - Iran Front Page - IFP NewsIran’s U18 Girls’ Volleyball Team Wins Gold At Asian Youth Games In Bahrain - Iran Front Page  Iran Front Page - IFP News

Bahrain's National Hotels Q3 profit 466,995 dinars - MarketScreenerBahrain's National Hotels Q3 profit 466,995 dinars  MarketScreener

Impressive Performance by Iranian Athletes on Day Six of the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain - WANA News AgencyImpressive Performance by Iranian Athletes on Day Six of the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain  WANA News Agency

Bahrain AYG regret no Athletes' Village - InsideTheGamesBahrain AYG regret no Athletes' Village  InsideTheGames

Bahrain Sees Surge in European Tourism with Millions in Spending - Travel And Tour WorldBahrain Sees Surge in European Tourism with Millions in Spending  Travel And Tour World

Fast and furious India defeat Bahrain in AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers opener - AIFFFast and furious India defeat Bahrain in AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers opener  AIFF

Bahrain raises the bar on Sendai reporting and regional DRR leadership - UNDRRBahrain raises the bar on Sendai reporting and regional DRR leadership  UNDRR

Dhenkanal girl lifter Preetismita creates history in AYG at Bahrain - Prameyanews.comDhenkanal girl lifter Preetismita creates history in AYG at Bahrain  Prameyanews.com

Bahrain International Airport Unveils New Private Jet Facility to Boost Tourism and Investment - Travel And Tour WorldBahrain International Airport Unveils New Private Jet Facility to Boost Tourism and Investment  Travel And Tour World

Focus on the Middle East – Foreign Minister Wadephul visits Jordan, Lebanon and Bahrain - Auswärtiges AmtFocus on the Middle East – Foreign Minister Wadephul visits Jordan, Lebanon and Bahrain  Auswärtiges Amt

Bahrain Visa For Indians Starts At Just Rs. 1,168. Here's How To Apply - NDTVBahrain Visa For Indians Starts At Just Rs. 1,168. Here's How To Apply  NDTV

F1 champion Jenson Button sets Bahrain farewell as he retires from racing - Crash.netF1 champion Jenson Button sets Bahrain farewell as he retires from racing  Crash.net

Mumtalakat and SandboxAQ Announce AI Partnership for Bahrain’s Biotech Ecosystem - insidehpc.comMumtalakat and SandboxAQ Announce AI Partnership for Bahrain’s Biotech Ecosystem  insidehpc.com

CBI and NBK Bahrain sign agreement to boost digital payments and financial cooperation - Iraqi NewsCBI and NBK Bahrain sign agreement to boost digital payments and financial cooperation  Iraqi News

Golden night for Iranian volleyball as boys and girls shine in Bahrain - PressTVGolden night for Iranian volleyball as boys and girls shine in Bahrain  PressTV

Bahrain’s New Stablecoin Law: What you need to know about crypto and Bitcoin regulation - Times of IndiaBahrain’s New Stablecoin Law: What you need to know about crypto and Bitcoin regulation  Times of India

Jenson Button ready to enjoy in Bahrain his 'final lap' - F1i.comJenson Button ready to enjoy in Bahrain his 'final lap'  F1i.com

Bahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air returns to New York after 28 years with nonstop Bahrain–JFK flights - Times of IndiaBahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air returns to New York after 28 years with nonstop Bahrain–JFK flights  Times of India

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Bahrain - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Bahrain  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Youth Asian Games India: India Reveals Athletes for Bahrain - Deccan HeraldYouth Asian Games India: India Reveals Athletes for Bahrain  Deccan Herald

2025 Press Releases - Bahrain contributes USD 200,000 to WEIDE Fund to support women exporters - Press 0 - World Trade Organization2025 Press Releases - Bahrain contributes USD 200,000 to WEIDE Fund to support women exporters - Press 0  World Trade Organization

Lina Ghotmeh’s Bahrain Pavilion Wins Gold Award for Best Architecture and Landscape at Expo 2025 Osaka - ArchDailyLina Ghotmeh’s Bahrain Pavilion Wins Gold Award for Best Architecture and Landscape at Expo 2025 Osaka  ArchDaily

Tests – Bahrain: Maya Weug leads Doriane Pin after the first day - autohebdof1.comTests – Bahrain: Maya Weug leads Doriane Pin after the first day  autohebdof1.com

Bahrain participates in Security Council’s open debate - ????? ????? ???????Bahrain participates in Security Council’s open debate  ????? ????? ???????

Imprisoned Bahrain activist Abdulhadi al-Khawaja starts hunger strike over his detention - AP NewsImprisoned Bahrain activist Abdulhadi al-Khawaja starts hunger strike over his detention  AP News

Gallery of Climate, Craft, and Continuity: Behind the Global Recognition of Bahrain’s Architecture - 3 - ArchDailyGallery of Climate, Craft, and Continuity: Behind the Global Recognition of Bahrain’s Architecture - 3  ArchDaily

Bahrain Joins Tanzania, Ecuador, Thailand, Cuba, United Kingdom, Costa Rica And More As Australia Warns Of Travel Disruptions And Safety Concerns In New Advisory - Travel And Tour WorldBahrain Joins Tanzania, Ecuador, Thailand, Cuba, United Kingdom, Costa Rica And More As Australia Warns Of Travel Disruptions And Safety Concerns In New Advisory  Travel And Tour World

Historic milestone: University of Bahrain shines in Times Higher Education global rankings - Times of IndiaHistoric milestone: University of Bahrain shines in Times Higher Education global rankings  Times of India

BMUN 2025 at Bhavans Bahrain Indian School: “Wings of Tomorrow, Guided by Justice” - News of BahrainBMUN 2025 at Bhavans Bahrain Indian School: “Wings of Tomorrow, Guided by Justice”  News of Bahrain

Bahrain, UAE central banks cut key interest rates - TradeArabiaBahrain, UAE central banks cut key interest rates  TradeArabia

Kyrgyz wrestlers win 4 medals at Youth Asian Games in Bahrain on first day - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyz wrestlers win 4 medals at Youth Asian Games in Bahrain on first day  AKIpress News Agency

Gallery of Climate, Craft, and Continuity: Behind the Global Recognition of Bahrain’s Architecture - 2 - ArchDailyGallery of Climate, Craft, and Continuity: Behind the Global Recognition of Bahrain’s Architecture - 2  ArchDaily

AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: India football team beat Bahrain 2-0 - Olympics.comAFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: India football team beat Bahrain 2-0  Olympics.com

Bahrain opens doors to foreign property ownership: What to know before you invest - Times of IndiaBahrain opens doors to foreign property ownership: What to know before you invest  Times of India

UAE’s Ketbi, Shawqi strike golds at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain - Gulf TodayUAE’s Ketbi, Shawqi strike golds at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain  Gulf Today

Bahrain Must Rethink Its Stand on the SIDS Classification - orfonline.orgBahrain Must Rethink Its Stand on the SIDS Classification  orfonline.org

HM King Hamad ratifies Press and Electronic Media Law marking new era of press freedom - News of BahrainHM King Hamad ratifies Press and Electronic Media Law marking new era of press freedom  News of Bahrain

2025 News items - Bahrain formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Bahrain formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

Karassery Urges Conservation at Bahrain Gandhi Jayanti Event - News of BahrainKarassery Urges Conservation at Bahrain Gandhi Jayanti Event  News of Bahrain

Bahrain, UAE, Saudi residency visas compared: Which one offers better value? - Times of IndiaBahrain, UAE, Saudi residency visas compared: Which one offers better value?  Times of India

Bahraini Ambassador to Lebanon attends 21st Arab Media Forum in Beirut - ????? ????? ???????Bahraini Ambassador to Lebanon attends 21st Arab Media Forum in Beirut  ????? ????? ???????

Subsidised salaries and upskilled workers: How Bahrain is encouraging firms to hire citizens - thenationalnews.comSubsidised salaries and upskilled workers: How Bahrain is encouraging firms to hire citizens  thenationalnews.com

Bahrain to host 2026 World Championships - United World WrestlingBahrain to host 2026 World Championships  United World Wrestling

WHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy’s visit to Bahrain showcased health progress and country leadership in regional cooperation - emro.who.intWHO Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy’s visit to Bahrain showcased health progress and country leadership in regional cooperation  emro.who.int

Hypertension notifications available today on Apple Watch - AppleHypertension notifications available today on Apple Watch  Apple

Alpine António Félix da Costa announces at the Bahrain Rookie Test - autohebdof1.comAlpine António Félix da Costa announces at the Bahrain Rookie Test  autohebdof1.com

Bahrain participates in Arab Parliament committee meeting - OANANewsBahrain participates in Arab Parliament committee meeting  OANANews

Bahrain’s new traffic law: Up to BD 10,000 fines, 10 years’ jail for severe violations - Times of IndiaBahrain’s new traffic law: Up to BD 10,000 fines, 10 years’ jail for severe violations  Times of India

Eight of our young boxers will enter the ring for the championship in the final in Bahrain - Zamin.uzEight of our young boxers will enter the ring for the championship in the final in Bahrain  Zamin.uz

Indian MP delegation calls on Bahrain Deputy PM, conveys India's stand against terrorism - The HinduIndian MP delegation calls on Bahrain Deputy PM, conveys India's stand against terrorism  The Hindu

Arla Foods invests EUR 50m in Bahrain site to grow market leading position in cheese glass jars - Arla FoodsArla Foods invests EUR 50m in Bahrain site to grow market leading position in cheese glass jars  Arla Foods

Bahrain Film Festival fifth edition set to open today - News of BahrainBahrain Film Festival fifth edition set to open today  News of Bahrain

Forget the UAE Golden Visa: Bahrain’s residency offers more freedom and lower costs - Times of IndiaForget the UAE Golden Visa: Bahrain’s residency offers more freedom and lower costs  Times of India

Empowering Bahrain's Adventurous Youth - News of BahrainEmpowering Bahrain's Adventurous Youth  News of Bahrain

Bahrain International Airport To Get New Private Jet Facility - Aviation Week NetworkBahrain International Airport To Get New Private Jet Facility  Aviation Week Network

European participants attend in third Bahrain–EU Conference on Freedom of Religion and Belief - ????? ????? ???????European participants attend in third Bahrain–EU Conference on Freedom of Religion and Belief  ????? ????? ???????

Maryam 'Mary' Maher - Red BullMaryam 'Mary' Maher  Red Bull

Bahrain renews passports of citizens stripped of Kuwaiti nationality following royal directives - Times of IndiaBahrain renews passports of citizens stripped of Kuwaiti nationality following royal directives  Times of India

Lina Ghotmeh’s Bahrain Pavilion Wins Gold Award for Best Architecture and Landscape at Expo 2025 Osaka - ArchDailyLina Ghotmeh’s Bahrain Pavilion Wins Gold Award for Best Architecture and Landscape at Expo 2025 Osaka  ArchDaily

Life Insurance Seminar – ‘Hayat’ successfully Held by Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company - News of BahrainLife Insurance Seminar – ‘Hayat’ successfully Held by Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company  News of Bahrain

Bahrain Reaffirms Support for Palestinian Statehood at UN Security Council Session - News of BahrainBahrain Reaffirms Support for Palestinian Statehood at UN Security Council Session  News of Bahrain

Other Sports: Golden double for Bahrain's Jhon Lopez in weightlifting - Gulf Daily NewsOther Sports: Golden double for Bahrain's Jhon Lopez in weightlifting  Gulf Daily News

MP Al Maarafi participates in Bahrain–EU Conference on Freedom of Religion and Belief - OANANewsMP Al Maarafi participates in Bahrain–EU Conference on Freedom of Religion and Belief  OANANews

Alliance milestone - News of BahrainAlliance milestone  News of Bahrain

UAE, Qatar or Bahrain: Where should expats go in 2025? - Times of IndiaUAE, Qatar or Bahrain: Where should expats go in 2025?  Times of India

Minister Lipavský on a Working Visit to Israel and Bahrain - Ministerstvo zahranicních vecíMinister Lipavský on a Working Visit to Israel and Bahrain  Ministerstvo zahranicních vecí

Planning the Gulf residency move? Bahrain’s Golden Visa makes a strong case - The Economic TimesPlanning the Gulf residency move? Bahrain’s Golden Visa makes a strong case  The Economic Times

Ali Al Shehabi A photographic homecoming to Bahrain - WePresentAli Al Shehabi A photographic homecoming to Bahrain  WePresent

Bahrain Is Offering 10-Year Golden Visa For Less Than Rs 69,000. What Is It And How To Apply - NDTVBahrain Is Offering 10-Year Golden Visa For Less Than Rs 69,000. What Is It And How To Apply  NDTV

French Jeweler Viltier Pushes Into High Jewelry, Gears Up for Bahrain Fair - Yahoo! Finance CanadaFrench Jeweler Viltier Pushes Into High Jewelry, Gears Up for Bahrain Fair  Yahoo! Finance Canada

Bahrain uses sports to foster cross-cultural exchange - News of BahrainBahrain uses sports to foster cross-cultural exchange  News of Bahrain

Bahrain And Kuwait Prepare For Spillover As US-Iran Conflict Escalates - NDTVBahrain And Kuwait Prepare For Spillover As US-Iran Conflict Escalates  NDTV

Minister Lipavský on a Working Visit to Israel and Bahrain - Ministerstvo zahranicních vecíMinister Lipavský on a Working Visit to Israel and Bahrain  Ministerstvo zahranicních vecí

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