| Location |
In the Arabian Gulf between the
Qatar peninsula and Saudi Arabia
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| Capital |
Manama |
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| Official Language |
Arabic with English widely spoken
as the language of commerce |
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| GDP |
USD11.58 billion (estimated) |
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Per-capita
GDP |
USD20,500 (estimated)
Current growth of 6.9 - 7% |
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| Taxation |
The lowest in the region
No corporate, personal income,
wealth and capital gains tax |
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| Economy |
The freest in the region
(ranked 19th. in
the world, ahead of France and Germany) |
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| No. of financial institutions |
Largest in the region (over 400) |
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| International Trade Agreements |
Only Gulf country with free trade
agreement with USA
Bilateral trade agreements with China,
France, India, Singapore and UK |
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| Foreign investment |
Top Arab country to attract foreign
investment (as per United `Nations
Conference on Trade and Development - UNCTAD) |
The Kingdom of Bahrain is recognised as one of the most attractive investment destinations in the Middle East. Geographical access to the emerging markets of South Asia, North Africa and the thriving markets of Europe gives Bahrain an incomparable centrality.
In addition, a free trade agreement with the US has enhanced Bahrain’s appeal to those who are planning to extend their reach to the American markets.
Investment friendly policies, far-sighted economic reforms, a tax-free regime, and a cosmopolitan environment make Bahrain an ideal place for business and pleasure.
