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 - CIA World Fact Book
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Ripple Expands Into Bahrain Through Partnership - CoinDeskRipple Expands Into Bahrain Through Partnership  CoinDesk

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

Vantage Shines as Main Sponsor at Smart Vision Summit Bahrain 2025, Wins Most Trusted Broker Award - The Wire IndiaVantage Shines as Main Sponsor at Smart Vision Summit Bahrain 2025, Wins Most Trusted Broker Award  The Wire India

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How to watch today's Morocco vs Bahrain World Cup qualification game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time - Goal.comHow to watch today's Morocco vs Bahrain World Cup qualification game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time  Goal.com

Saudi telecommunications minister meets Bahraini counterpart in Kuwait - Arab NewsSaudi telecommunications minister meets Bahraini counterpart in Kuwait  Arab News

Ripple Partners With Bahrain Fintech Bay to Boost Blockchain Innovation in Gulf - Bitcoin.com NewsRipple Partners With Bahrain Fintech Bay to Boost Blockchain Innovation in Gulf  Bitcoin.com News

Bahrain’s Blockchain Revolution: How Ripple is Reshaping Global Finance - OneSafeBahrain’s Blockchain Revolution: How Ripple is Reshaping Global Finance  OneSafe

Vantage Shines as Main Sponsor at Smart Vision Summit Bahrain 2025, Wins 'Most Trusted Broker' Award - Press Trust of IndiaVantage Shines as Main Sponsor at Smart Vision Summit Bahrain 2025, Wins 'Most Trusted Broker' Award  Press Trust of India

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

Bahrain to Pioneer Satellite-to-Mobile Service, Ensuring Seamless National Coverage - TechAfrica NewsBahrain to Pioneer Satellite-to-Mobile Service, Ensuring Seamless National Coverage  TechAfrica News

Ripple Partners With Bahrain Fintech Bay for RLUSD Launch - CoinMarketCapRipple Partners With Bahrain Fintech Bay for RLUSD Launch  CoinMarketCap

Bahrain strengthens its position as a key stop on the Arab Golf Series - Golf Digest Middle EastBahrain strengthens its position as a key stop on the Arab Golf Series  Golf Digest Middle East

Morocco Snatch Last-Minute Win Against Bahrain - Morocco World NewsMorocco Snatch Last-Minute Win Against Bahrain  Morocco World News

1-0: Brahim starts in win over Bahrain - realmadrid.com1-0: Brahim starts in win over Bahrain  realmadrid.com

Bahrain - Foreign Relations, Independence, Gulf Cooperation Council - BritannicaBahrain - Foreign Relations, Independence, Gulf Cooperation Council  Britannica

TRA Bahrain holds consultation on direct-to-device satellite services - TelecompaperTRA Bahrain holds consultation on direct-to-device satellite services  Telecompaper

Fintech Forward 2025 Delivers with 38 Industry-Shaping Partnerships and Strategic Agreements Signed - PR NewswireFintech Forward 2025 Delivers with 38 Industry-Shaping Partnerships and Strategic Agreements Signed  PR Newswire

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Bahrain: Fasset partners with NEC to unlock investment access - ZAWYABahrain: Fasset partners with NEC to unlock investment access  ZAWYA

Ripple Partners with Bahrain Fintech Bay to Develop Blockchain and Payment Solutions - Finance MagnatesRipple Partners with Bahrain Fintech Bay to Develop Blockchain and Payment Solutions  Finance Magnates

Ripple Enters Bahrain to Strengthen Blockchain Adoption and Stablecoin Use - CoinLawRipple Enters Bahrain to Strengthen Blockchain Adoption and Stablecoin Use  CoinLaw

Bahrain-Kuwait signs agreement to boost medical training and affordable health services for residents - Times of IndiaBahrain-Kuwait signs agreement to boost medical training and affordable health services for residents  Times of India

Ripple and Bahrain Fintech Bay Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Digital Asset Infrastructure in Bahrain - TechAfrica NewsRipple and Bahrain Fintech Bay Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Digital Asset Infrastructure in Bahrain  TechAfrica News

Highlights and goal of Morocco 1-0 Bahrain in international friendly - VAVEL.comHighlights and goal of Morocco 1-0 Bahrain in international friendly  VAVEL.com

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

Ripple expands into Bahrain in boost for RLUSD - FXStreetRipple expands into Bahrain in boost for RLUSD  FXStreet

Ripple partners with Bahrain Fintech Bay to boost digital asset innovation - BlockworksRipple partners with Bahrain Fintech Bay to boost digital asset innovation  Blockworks

Bahrain takes center stage at Dubai Design Week 2025 - Interior Furniture Design MagazineBahrain takes center stage at Dubai Design Week 2025  Interior Furniture Design Magazine

Tokenization takes center stage at Bahrain FinTech Forward 2025 - ZAWYATokenization takes center stage at Bahrain FinTech Forward 2025  ZAWYA

Morocco Grind Out Hard Fought Win Over Bahrain Ahead of Congo Clash - Foot AfricaMorocco Grind Out Hard Fought Win Over Bahrain Ahead of Congo Clash  Foot Africa

73 Qatari athletes set for 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain - The Peninsula Qatar73 Qatari athletes set for 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain  The Peninsula Qatar

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

A Diplomatic Evening of Unity: Abusupyan Kharkharov Hosts Celebration for President Vladimir Putin’s Birthday at the Embassy of Bahrain in Moscow - First IndiaA Diplomatic Evening of Unity: Abusupyan Kharkharov Hosts Celebration for President Vladimir Putin’s Birthday at the Embassy of Bahrain in Moscow  First India

Where We Are Going Today: Asyakh of Bahrain - Arab NewsWhere We Are Going Today: Asyakh of Bahrain  Arab News

Morocco-Bahrain Friendly: Match Preview and Predictions - Barlaman TodayMorocco-Bahrain Friendly: Match Preview and Predictions  Barlaman Today

Bahrain’s Tourism Transformation in 2025: Exploring Travel Trends, Cultural Evolution, and Economic Impact on the Kingdom’s Tourism Industry - Travel And Tour WorldBahrain’s Tourism Transformation in 2025: Exploring Travel Trends, Cultural Evolution, and Economic Impact on the Kingdom’s Tourism Industry  Travel And Tour World

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

Bahrain: BenefitPay’s transactions to exceed over $79bln by 2025-end - ZAWYABahrain: BenefitPay’s transactions to exceed over $79bln by 2025-end  ZAWYA

Ripple Strengthens Middle East Presence With Bahrain FinTech Bay Collaboration - BlockchainReporterRipple Strengthens Middle East Presence With Bahrain FinTech Bay Collaboration  BlockchainReporter

Ripple Advances RLUSD Adoption Through Strategic Bahrain Collaboration - parameter.ioRipple Advances RLUSD Adoption Through Strategic Bahrain Collaboration  parameter.io

Ripple Partners with Bahrain Fintech Bay to Boost Blockchain and Stablecoin Integration - CryptoDnes.bgRipple Partners with Bahrain Fintech Bay to Boost Blockchain and Stablecoin Integration  CryptoDnes.bg

Ripple Expands To Bahrain Through Strategic Partnership With Bahrain Fintech Bay - FinanceFeedsRipple Expands To Bahrain Through Strategic Partnership With Bahrain Fintech Bay  FinanceFeeds

Between Arab Solidarity and the Abraham Accords: Bahrain at the UNSC - orfonline.orgBetween Arab Solidarity and the Abraham Accords: Bahrain at the UNSC  orfonline.org

Abusupyan Kharkharov Hosts Distinguished Reception Honoring President Vladimir Putin at the Embassy of Bahrain - Global Prime NewsAbusupyan Kharkharov Hosts Distinguished Reception Honoring President Vladimir Putin at the Embassy of Bahrain  Global Prime News

Ripple is expanding into the Kingdom of Bahrain, XRP tanks 2.2% - CryptopolitanRipple is expanding into the Kingdom of Bahrain, XRP tanks 2.2%  Cryptopolitan

Bahrain open to fintech investment fund - ZAWYABahrain open to fintech investment fund  ZAWYA

India Begin AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers With 2-0 Win Over Bahrain - NewsonairIndia Begin AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers With 2-0 Win Over Bahrain  Newsonair

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

Ripple to launch RLUSD stablecoin in Bahrain - InvezzRipple to launch RLUSD stablecoin in Bahrain  Invezz

Ripple Expands Middle East Presence Through Bahrain Fintech Bay Partnership - BlockonomiRipple Expands Middle East Presence Through Bahrain Fintech Bay Partnership  Blockonomi

Atlas Lions close in on historic winning streak after victory against Bahrain - Yabiladi.comAtlas Lions close in on historic winning streak after victory against Bahrain  Yabiladi.com

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

Here's why XRP risks further decline this week - FXStreetHere's why XRP risks further decline this week  FXStreet

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)

Bahrain, Kuwait, and Egypt Lead Surge in Saudi Arabia’s Tourism, Boosting Saudia and Emirates Flights - Travel And Tour WorldBahrain, Kuwait, and Egypt Lead Surge in Saudi Arabia’s Tourism, Boosting Saudia and Emirates Flights  Travel And Tour World

Ripple Strengthens Middle East Presence with Bahrain Expansion - CoinfomaniaRipple Strengthens Middle East Presence with Bahrain Expansion  Coinfomania

Ripple expands into Bahrain… partners with FinTech Bay to expand stablecoin infrastructure - bloomingbitRipple expands into Bahrain… partners with FinTech Bay to expand stablecoin infrastructure  bloomingbit

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

Haneen Abdulkarim of Bahrain Marina announced as speaker at GSS 2025 - SuperYacht TimesHaneen Abdulkarim of Bahrain Marina announced as speaker at GSS 2025  SuperYacht Times

Morocco Beats Bahrain 1-0 in Friendly - Barlaman TodayMorocco Beats Bahrain 1-0 in Friendly  Barlaman Today

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

Ripple News: Ripple Partners with Bahrain’s Fintech Bay to Boost RLUSD Use - livebitcoinnews.comRipple News: Ripple Partners with Bahrain’s Fintech Bay to Boost RLUSD Use  livebitcoinnews.com

Morocco aims for a historic record against Bahrain - OneFootballMorocco aims for a historic record against Bahrain  OneFootball

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

Ripple and Bahrain’s Fintech Bay Focus on Digital Asset Growth and RLUSD - CoinCentralRipple and Bahrain’s Fintech Bay Focus on Digital Asset Growth and RLUSD  CoinCentral

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

Ripple Labs Expands to Bahrain with Bahrain Fintech Bay for RLUSD Adoption - CoinspeakerRipple Labs Expands to Bahrain with Bahrain Fintech Bay for RLUSD Adoption  Coinspeaker

Bahrain declares two-day public holiday for Ashura, extends break to Monday - Times of IndiaBahrain declares two-day public holiday for Ashura, extends break to Monday  Times of India

Crypto firm Ripple expands in Middle East via Bahrain Fintech Bay deal - MSNCrypto firm Ripple expands in Middle East via Bahrain Fintech Bay deal  MSN

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

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

Clean energy shift - News of BahrainClean energy shift  News of Bahrain

Rising stars confirmed for Bahrain Rookie Test - FIAWECRising stars confirmed for Bahrain Rookie Test  FIAWEC

Strong competition and record scores mark opening round of 7th Bahrain Amateur Golf Championship - ????? ????? ???????Strong competition and record scores mark opening round of 7th Bahrain Amateur Golf Championship  ????? ????? ???????

Bahrain Victorious Remain in Northern Italy for Gran Piemonte - Team BahrainBahrain Victorious Remain in Northern Italy for Gran Piemonte  Team Bahrain

Ripple and Bahrain Fintech Bay announce strategic partnership to advance blockchain and digital asset innovation in the Kingdom - ZAWYARipple and Bahrain Fintech Bay announce strategic partnership to advance blockchain and digital asset innovation in the Kingdom  ZAWYA

Bahrain’s NCSC wins first place in GCC Digital Government Award - News of BahrainBahrain’s NCSC wins first place in GCC Digital Government Award  News of Bahrain

Tanami Capital secures Central Bank of Bahrain licence - ZAWYATanami Capital secures Central Bank of Bahrain licence  ZAWYA

Bahrain FinTech Bay officials highlight the Kingdom’s role as regional hub for financial technology - ????? ????? ???????Bahrain FinTech Bay officials highlight the Kingdom’s role as regional hub for financial technology  ????? ????? ???????

Bahrain’s cloud-first success story - Amazon Web ServicesBahrain’s cloud-first success story  Amazon Web Services

Light Fog and Cooler Winds in Bahrain - News of BahrainLight Fog and Cooler Winds in Bahrain  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

Piastri beats Russell and Leclerc to pole position during Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying - Formula 1Piastri beats Russell and Leclerc to pole position during Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying  Formula 1

King’s Parkinson’s Centre of Excellence launches first Regional Parkinson’s and Dementia Clinic in Bahrain - ZAWYAKing’s Parkinson’s Centre of Excellence launches first Regional Parkinson’s and Dementia Clinic in Bahrain  ZAWYA

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

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company B.S.C. - FinancialContentAM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company B.S.C.  FinancialContent

TRA sets stage for launch of 6G services in Bahrain - ZAWYATRA sets stage for launch of 6G services in Bahrain  ZAWYA

TRA Spectrum Committee advances Bahrain’s digital future - ZAWYATRA Spectrum Committee advances Bahrain’s digital future  ZAWYA

Third Bahrain Psychiatry Conference kicks off - ????? ????? ???????Third Bahrain Psychiatry Conference kicks off  ????? ????? ???????

Bahrain Post’s achievements 2025, innovations highlighted - News of BahrainBahrain Post’s achievements 2025, innovations highlighted  News of Bahrain

FP2: Piastri leads Norris as McLaren dominate second practice in Bahrain - Formula 1FP2: Piastri leads Norris as McLaren dominate second practice in Bahrain  Formula 1

Ripple expands in Bahrain thanks to the new strategic partnership in the Middle East - The CryptonomistRipple expands in Bahrain thanks to the new strategic partnership in the Middle East  The Cryptonomist

Bahrain enacts emergency steps after US hits Iran: Online classes, remote work ordered - Times of IndiaBahrain enacts emergency steps after US hits Iran: Online classes, remote work ordered  Times of India

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

What the teams said – Race day at the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix | Formula 1® - Formula 1What the teams said – Race day at the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix | Formula 1®  Formula 1

Piastri storms to controlled victory in Bahrain Grand Prix ahead of Russell and Norris - Formula 1Piastri storms to controlled victory in Bahrain Grand Prix ahead of Russell and Norris  Formula 1

How to watch Morocco v Bahrain: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and head-to-head stats - Bet365How to watch Morocco v Bahrain: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and head-to-head stats  Bet365

Owaisi in Bahrain, part of parliamentary delegation on GoI counter-terrorism outreach - The HinduOwaisi in Bahrain, part of parliamentary delegation on GoI counter-terrorism outreach  The Hindu

CrediMax introduces Visa Commercial Pay in Bahrain - TradeArabiaCrediMax introduces Visa Commercial Pay in Bahrain  TradeArabia