News Archive

Historic Free Trade Agreement Is Ratified By U.S. Senate
December 15, 2005 : The historic Free Trade Agreement between the United States and Bahrain, the first ever between the U.S. and a GCC nation, is official.
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OERB Interview with Dr. Mohammed Alghatam
December 12, 2005 : Dr. Alghatam is Chairman of the Board of Directors of Aluminum Bahrain BSC (ALBA), the Bahraini aluminum conglomerate, and Chairman of the Bahraini Telecommunications Regulatory Authority.
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House OKs Trade Agreement With Bahrain
December 7, 2005 : The House on Wednesday voted to make the small Persian Gulf nation of Bahrain one of the few Middle Eastern countries with a free-trade relationship with the United States.
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American Mission Hospital Renovates and Looks to the Future
December 5, 2005 : The The American Mission Hospital (AMH) success can be attributed to the enduring core values: compassion, integrity, service and faith.
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OERB Exclusive Interview
December 5, 2005 : Exclusive Interview of His Excellency Shaikh Mohammed bin Issa Al Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer, Economic Development Board (EDB).
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Bahrain Ad Launched
December 02, 2005 : The Embassy of Bahrain and the Office of the Economic Representative will run this advertisement in The Hill and in Roll Call.
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FTA Approved in U.S. House and Senate Committees
November 30, 2005 : Two important committees in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate have voted in favor of the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement.
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Bahraini Business Leaders On Week-Long U.S. Trade Mission
November 29, 2005 : On December 5, 2006, Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer of the Economic Development Board of Bahrain (EDB), will escort a trade delegation of private sector Bahraini business leaders on a tour of the United States.
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100 Years of Friendship … and Counting
November 28, 2005 : The relationship between Bahrain and the United States is a special one that has been more than a century in the making.
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Bahrain Trade Mission U.S. Tour
November 22, 2005 : The Bahrain American Chamber of Commerce has announced a week- long trade mission to the US that starts on December 5 and ends on December 13, 2005.
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Bahrain Ambassador Applauds Congressional Action
November 18, 2005 : The Bahrain Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency, Dr. Naser Al Belooshi, applauded the leadership of the Senate Finance and House Ways & Means Committees today following their unanimous support for the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement ("FTA").
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Congress Advances Bahrain Trade Deal
November 18, 2005 : The Bush administration edged one step closer to achieving a Middle East free trade zone Friday after two key committees in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate Friday voted favorably to pass a U.S. free trade agreement with Bahrain.
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Business Executives to Review FTA Benefits
November 15, 2005 : Bahrain business executives will discuss the benefits of the Bahrain-US Free Trade Agreement (FTA) at workshops to be held next month.
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Bahrain-Based BMMI Wins $185 Million U.S. Contract
November 3, 2005 : Bahrain-based BMMI has won a five-year, $185 million contract with the U.S. government to supply food and drinks in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
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USTR’s Donnelly Testifies FTA Benefits Both Countries
November 3, 2005 : The USBFTA, "will help to improve the business and investment environment in Bahrain by providing more certainty and predictability for firms and individuals operating and investing there and promoting the rule of law.”
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$80 Million Employment Initiative Launched
November 2, 2005 : Bahraini Labor Minister Dr. Majeed Al Alawi, recently announced that an $80 million initiative aimed at drastically reducing unemployment in Bahrain will launch in March of 2006.
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Supertrain May Someday Link Bahrain, Qatar
November 1, 2005 : The Transrapid train glides on powerful magnets that suspend the train a few millimeters above the track. This invisible, frictionless magnetic cushion allows the train to reach its incredible speeds.
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Ambassador's Trip to Pennsylvania
October 25, 2005 : Speech by His Excellency Naser M. Y. Al Belooshi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain before The World Affairs Club at Bishop Mcdevitt High School’s annual celebration of United Nations Day.
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Members of the Bahrain Congressional Caucus
October 25, 2005 : Members of the Bahrain Congressional Caucus as of October 25, 2005.
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White House Visit
October 05, 2005 : Picture: President George W. Bush and H.E. Ambassador Naser Al Belooshi at the White House (Washington DC, USA).
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U.S. - Bahraini Joint Venture Announced
October 04, 2005 : Bahrain-based investment firm, announced that it and co-investors will pay $100 million for majority interest in Falcon Gas Storage Company.
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Women’s Rights High On Bahraini Agenda
October 04, 2005 : Her Highness, Shaikha Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of His Majesty King Hamad and chairwoman of the Supreme Council for Women, called for greater access to education and governmental decision-making for Arab women.
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Bahrain’s Tourism Industry Blossoms
October 03, 2005 : Al Areen Tourism Development Draws Investor Interest.
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Bahrain Ranked Top Spot for Investments
September 30, 2005 : Bahrain is the best Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) destination in the Arab world.
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Alba Builds Worlds Longest Aluminum Smelter
September 1, 2005 : This September, Bahraini aluminum producer, Alba, will introduce the world’s longest aluminum smelting pipeline. Costing $1.7 billion, the new smelter—Alba’s fifth—was necessitated by increased demand for aluminum both in the Gulf and worldwide. A sixth smelter is planned by year’s end.
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Bahrain Emerges as Cultural Tourism Destination
September 1, 2005 : The ancient ruins and historic treasures of Bahrain are igniting a growing trend of cultural tourism to the island nation and companies in the hospitality and tourism industries are taking note.
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Bahrain-based Investcorp Posts $110 Million Profit
September 1, 2005 : Investcorp, a Bahrain-based global investment group specializing corporate and technology interests, real estate and alternative assets, recently announced a net profit of $110.3 million in the fiscal year ending June 30.
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To the Victims of Hurricane Katrina
August 30, 2005 : The thoughts and prayers of all Bahrainis are with the people of the American Gulf Coast and other areas affected by Hurricane Katrina.
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A New Appointment
August 22, 2005 : A letter from Bahrain's new Ambassador to the United States of America.
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Bahrain Takes Leadership Role in Islamic Finance
July 25, 2005 : Bahrain’s capital, Manama, and its new Bahrain Financial Harbor (BFH) are home to a booming Islamic banking and finance market that is attracting the attention of established foreign giants such as UBS Noriba, Citibank and BNP Paribas.
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Bahraini Economy Shows Strong Growth in 2004
July 25, 2005 : Bahrain’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew a strong 5.4% in 2004. At constant prices, Bahraini GDP increased to USD 8,589 million from USD 8,146 million in 2003.
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Investment Breathes Life Into Bahrain Waterfront
July 25, 2005 : Gulf Finance House (GFH), a top Islamic investment bank, and Bahrain-based Dala Development Properties Management Co., have agreed to begin work on "Two Seas" – a visionary, 11 million square meter man-made island in the north east of Bahrain.
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Bahraini Parliament Approves USBFTA
July 07, 2005 : Bahraini Parliament Approves US-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement.
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Bahraini Reforms Pave The Way For Free Trade
July 1, 2005 : His Majesty Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain, has set upon an unprecedented course of economic and political reforms aimed at making Bahrain a leading economic force in the Gulf region.
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Centers for Entrepreneurial Excellence
July 1, 2005 : The Economic Representative of Bahrain to the United States, Dr. Naser Al Belooshi, was recently honored to be chosen as one of seven business and economic development leaders to serve on an International Advisory Committee.
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Promoting Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
July 1, 2005 : The Government of Bahrain recently announced an ambitious four-part initiative aimed at fueling growth of small and medium-sized companies.
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June 22, 2005: Alba won the first place prize for the "Best Kept" Industrial Gardens during the opening of the 40th Bahrain Garden Fair which was hosted under the patronage of His Highness, King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
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Alba Claims Regional Environmental Award
June 22, 2005 : Alba’s thirty years of investment into environmental projects has earned Bahrain glowing regional praise after the smelter claimed, for the second time, the GCC Award for Environmental Excellence.
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Bahrain; An Attractive Investment Destination
June 20, 2005 : Major industrial projects are offering rare investment opportunities ranging from $4 to $5 billion to the local, regional and international investors
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Bahrain’s Economy is Booming
June 20, 2005 : BAHRAIN'S economy is booming and multibillion dollars infrastructure development projects in tourism, real estate and other sectors are result of the leadership's vision and proof of investor's confidence in the national economy
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Arabian Tourism Bank (ATB) Launched
June 17, 2005 : The first Arabian Tourism Bank (ATB) has been launched at a ceremony held at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) in the presence of founding shareholders, investors, businessmen and government officials.
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AON Dinner Reception
June 14, 2005 : Pictures from a dinner reception “Doing Business In and With Bahrain” hosted by Pamela J. Newman, Executive Vice President Aon Risk Services in New York, NY on May 18, 2005.
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MCC NY Event
June 14, 2005 : Pictures from the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce hosted business development and networking reception focused on promoting bilateral trade and investments between the U.S. and Bahrain held on May 19, 2005 at the Bahrain UN Mission in New York, NY.
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Bahrain Model for Arab Growth
June 13, 2005 : Arab countries have been urged to follow Bahrain's example in establishing business incubators, to spur the growth of small and medium enterprises.
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Bahrain's Green Initiative
June 8, 2005 : Bahrain is ushering in a new era of environmental awareness.
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Training Bahrain's Future Politicians
June 7, 2005 : The Bahrain Political Development Institute will train political candidates and raise awareness on the importance of political participation.
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2005 Index of Economic Freedom
May 31, 2005 : Bahrain Ranked as the Arab World’s Freest Economy by Heritage Foundation/Wall Street Journal.
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Successful US and Bahraini Joint Ventures
May 31, 2005 : The Shaw Group Inc., announced that its 50%-owned affiliate, Shaw Nass Middle East Ltd., which is headquartered in Bahrain, was recently awarded a pipe fabrication contract to supply all industrial pipe requirements for new gas processing plant in Qatar.
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Ports on the Cutting Edge of Technology
May 30, 2005 : New warehouse complex at Bahrain’s Mina Salman port relies upon the latest technologies for tracking, materials handling and security.
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Manhattan Chamber to Host Bahrain-Focused Event
May 09, 2005 : On May 19, 2005, the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce will host a business development and networking dinner focused on promoting bilateral trade and investments between the U.S. and Bahrain.
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Rebuilding Bahrain Chamber of Commerce
May 06, 2005 : The new 20-storey Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry building will include a reception, a library and business centre, majlis, an exhibition hall, a main hall, administrative offices, lecture halls, a training centre, a cafeteria, a health club for businessmen and 14 floors to be rented as office space.
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Bahrain Financial Harbour Update
May 05, 2005 : Construction of the 12-Storey stand-alone office building commenced in March 2004 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2006.
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Gulf Air Backs Tourism Initiatives
May 05, 2005 : Gulf Air is the official carrier for the Bahrain International Travel Expo BITE 2005, which will open at Gulf International Convention Centre (Gulf Hotel) from 9 to 11 May this year.
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Bahraini Tourism Growing
May 02, 2005 : In 2004, over 5.7 million tourists visited Bahrain—number that may surprise some, but to those who know Bahrain as a cosmopolitan and vibrant nation, it is number that only reinforces their certainty that Bahrain is an attractive travel destination for families and individuals both.
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OERB Invited To Address WITA
May 02, 2005 : With the MEFTI, The United States has embarked on a bold initiative to expand free trade between the U.S. and Middle East and to encourage economic development, transparent and accountable governance, and enhanced prospects for citizens of the Middle East region leading to a broad Middle East Free Trade Area (MEFTA) by 2013.
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Women To Play Expanded Roles in Bahrain
May 02, 2005 : Over 150 governmental, private sector and international leaders to participate in a groundbreaking conference titled, Women are Worthy Partners in the Country's Development and Growth.
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Construction of BIIC
March 29, 2005 : The Kingdom of Bahrain made a giant stride toward solidifying its role as the preeminent insurance center in the Middle East with the announcement that Sheikh Saleh Al-Ali Al Rashed, a Saudi businessman, has earmarked US$50 million as an investment in the Bahrain International Insurance Centre (BIIC).
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U.S. Congressional Staffers Tour Bahrain
March 29, 2005 : The Office of the Economic Representative of Bahrain (OERB) recently arranged and accompanied a group of leading U.S. Congressional staffers on a five-day tour of Bahrain.
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Bahrain Independence Day Celebration
March 28, 2005 : Photographs from Bahrain’s Independence Day event at the Willard Hotel in Washington DC on December 16, 2004.
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Texas Visit
March 28, 2005 : Dr. Naser Al Belooshi in Texas.
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Bahrain Readies for 2nd Grand Prix
February 28, 2005 : Formula 1 race fans from across the globe will soon return to Bahrain for the second annual Bahrain Grand Prix to be held April 1-3, 2005. The Kingdom is pulling out all the stops to welcome guests to the superb amenities of its 5-star hotels and award-winning restaurants.
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OERB Returns from Successful Trade Visit to Texas
February 28, 2005 : Dr. Naser Al Belooshi, Economic Representative of Bahrain to the U.S., recently returned from a successful trip to the state of Texas where his goal was to seek expanded trade between one of the U.S.’s largest states and the nation of Bahrain.
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A Note of Gratitude
February 25, 2005 : The Office of the Economic Representative would like to extend a note of deepest gratitude to the Co-Secretariats and the members of the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Coalition (USBFTAC) for their significant support of the Kingdom of Bahrain through the months of negotiation of the U.S-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement. Our success was due in no small part to their leadership and influence.
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2005 Inauguration
February 11, 2005 : Dr. Naser Belooshi, the Economic Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United States, attended various celebratory events during President George W. Bush’s 2005 Inauguration in Washington DC.
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Desert Kingdom to Launch in Bahrain
January 31, 2005 : Herman Group Signs Exclusive Agreement With Kingdom Of Bahrain -- Desert Kingdom to Launch in Bahrain.
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Cabinet Committed To Market Liberalization
January 19, 2005 : The Government of Bahrain announced recently sweeping changes in its Cabinet. With the move, Bahrain appears decidedly on the path to market liberalization, free trade and economic diversification. Bahrain is committed to its existing global and regional bilateral trade agreements, which benefit the economies of Bahrain and its trading partners in the Gulf region and elsewhere.
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Bahrain Attracts Investment In Health and Medicine
January 19, 2005 : Bahrain already boasts a modern, technologically advanced and comprehensive healthcare system and the US Bahrain Free Trade Agreement will open further opportunities for the health and medical services industry. The Bahraini government is committed to attracting foreign investment in this expanding sector.
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OERB Sets Course for Business Development in 2005
January 18, 2005 : The Office of the Economic Representative is focusing its attention in 2005 on broadening and strengthening economic ties between the U.S. and Bahrain. There are a number of business development trips meant to foster bilateral trade in six vital sectors of the Bahraini economy: Information and Communications Technology, Tourism, Healthcare Services, Education and Training Services, Business Services and Downstream Industries.
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CNN International interview with HE Abdulla Saif
December 28, 2004: The office of the Economic Representative of Bahrain to the United States is pleased to present an exclusive interview on CNN International with Bahrain’s National Economy Minister His Excellency Abdulla Saif regarding the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement (USBFTA).
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NFWL 2004 Annual Conference
December 17, 2004 : Dr. Naser Al Belooshi, Economic Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United States, recently spoke at the National Foundation for Women Legislators’ (NFWL) 2004 Annual Conference.
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TRA: Free and Fair Competition
December 17, 2004 : The Government of Bahrain recently announced the establishment of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), an independent body which will oversee mergers and acquisitions in the Bahraini telecommunications sector.
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Durrat Al Bahrain: Ultimate Luxury
December 16, 2004 : Cementing its role as a regional trade gateway, the Kingdom of Bahrain has undertaken construction of an ultimate luxury project, Durrat Al Bahrain.
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Recent Washington DC Visit
November 30, 2004 : President Bush praised the ongoing political and economic developments in Bahrain within the framework of reforms launched by His Majesty, assuring him of US support for such moves to establish a democratic way of life.
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New Trade and Investment Section
November 23, 2004 : The new section turns its attention to highlighting Bahrain as a promising opportunity for foreign investment. The new section examines in detail six important sectors of the Bahraini economy that will be the most promising areas of growth for international investors.
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ABC Exclusive Interview
November 9, 2004 : The Office of the Economic Representative of Bahrain exclusive interview with Robert Ivosevich, General Manager, Arab Banking Corporation (ABC) New York, NY for bahraingateway.org.
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New York Event Celebrates USBFTA
September 27, 2004 : Bahrain Finance and National Economy Minister, His Excellency Minister Abdulla Saif, urged US businessmen to make use of the huge investment opportunities available in the kingdom at a ceremony in New York.
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A win-win agreement
September 23, 2004 : U.S., Bahraini Executives, Officials Celebrate Free Trade Pact - Both sides see trade pact as "win-win" agreement.
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Bahrain - A Regional Hub
September 16, 2004 : Sustained investment in human resources has encouraged international corporations to establish their regional headquarters in Bahrain said Finance and National Economy Minister Abdulla Saif.
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Historic Free Trade Agreement Celebration
September 16, 2004 : On Wednesday September 22nd the celebration of the historic signing of the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement (USBFTA) will take place at the New York Palace Hotel with an elaborate luncheon in the Villard Room from 11:30 – 2:30pm.
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U.S. and Bahrain Sign Free Trade Agreement
September 14, 2004 : His Excellency Abdulla H. Saif, Minister of Finance & National Economy of Bahrain, joined U.S. Trade Representative Robert Zoellick today in Washington to sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two countries. Today's event caps off rounds of talks in Washington and Bahrain beginning in May 2003 which produced a mutually beneficial agreement.
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U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Signed
September 14, 2004 : U.S. Trade Representative Robert B. Zoellick and Minister of Finance and National Economy Abdulla Hassan Saif today signed the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement.
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FTA Signing - Washington DC
September 13, 2004 : Bahrain and the United States are set to sign a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 in Washington DC, the first with the US for a Gulf state.
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FTA Celebratory Day—September 22, 2004
August 25, 2004 : Celebration to toast historic U.S. - Bahrain Free Trade Agreement in New York City - September 22, 2004.
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An Open Telecom Market
August 24, 2004 : Bahrain slashes telecommunication registration fees as an incentivefor new telecommunication companies keen to enter the Bahrain market.
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Public and Private Sector Alliance
August 24, 2004 : Minister Saif to chair Public and Private Steering Committee in Bahrain.
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USTR Announcement
July 20, 2004 : The Office of the United States Trade Representative has transmitted to the President and the Congress reports from 27 trade advisory committees, comprising more than 750 practitioners representing diverse interests and views, regarding the recently completed U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
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Bahraini Delegation Visits Capitol Hill
July 16, 2004 : Delegation of Bahraini Parliamentarians Visits Capitol Hill.
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High Demand and Strong Investor Support
July 9, 2004 : The first phase of the Bahrain Financial Harbor (BFH), —comprising the Dual Towers, the Financial Mall and the Harbor House—might be completed ahead of schedule due to high demand and strong investors support.
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Bahrain “Gateway to the Gulf”
July 8, 2004 : By undertaking major infrastructure improvements, Bahrain is fast becoming a leading hub for international business in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and solidifying its claim as “Gateway to the Gulf.”
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Bahrain’s GDP Growth Expands
July 8, 2004 : The Ministry of Finance and National Economy of Bahrain proudly reported that Bahrain’s economy experienced a growth rate of 6.8% in 2003, compared to an increase of 5.2% for 2002.
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US-Bahrain FTA: USTR
June 21, 2004 : Today the final text of the US-Bahrain FTA was made public.
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Message to the Congress
June 15, 2004 : Consistent with section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002, (Public Law 107-210; the "Trade Act"), I am pleased to notify the Congress of my intent to enter into a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Government of Bahrain.
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Intention to Enter Into FTA With Bahrain
June 15, 2004 : Notice of Intention to Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement with Bahrain.
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His Majesty on CNN Interview
June 8, 2004 : The Free Trade Agreement with the US will boost Bahrain's economy and reflects the two nations' distinguished relations, His Majesty King Hamad said last night.
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Luncheon With Senator Grassley
June 8, 2004 : The Office of the Economic Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United States participated at a luncheon on Capitol Hill hosted by the office of Sen. Charles Grassley (R-Iowa), Chairman of the US Senate Finance Committee on Monday, June 7, 2004.
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Minister Saif Discusses the FTA
June 2, 2004 : The free trade agreement between the United States and Bahrain is official. “I’m proud to say, ‘We are done,’” said Abdullah H Saif, Minister of Finance of Bahrain, in an interview moments after the announcement by U.S. Trade Representative Robert Zoellick was made.
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Amirs, Admirals, and Desert Sailors
June 1, 2004 : Cmdr. David F. Winkler, USN, on the Strategic Relationship Between Bahrain and the US.
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Prosperity, Opportunity and Hope
May 31, 2004 : "This agreement will enhance commercial relations with an economic leader in the Gulf and set the stage for improving trade relations and expanding openness with other countries in the region, creating prosperity, opportunity, and hope," said Robert B. Zoellick.
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OERB Applauds USBFTA
May 30, 2004 : The Office of the Economic Representative of Bahrain (OERB) to the United States today applauded the successful conclusion of the final round of talks of the United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement (USBFTA).
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Exclusive Interview With Minister Saif
May 29, 2004 : Andrew Myers, Director of Content Strategy at Unison interview with Abdullah H. Saif, Minister of Finance and National Economy of Bahrain Upon Announcement of Free Trade Agreement with the United States.
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A Visit to the Heartland
May 28, 2004 : Dr. Naser Belooshi visits the American Heartland - Iowa, USA.
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FTA: Final Round
May 27, 2004 : The U.S. Congressional Caucus on Bahrain and Members of the U.S. Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Coalition today applauded the successful conclusion of the final round of talks of the United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement.
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Negotiations Concluded
May 27, 2004 : The US-Bahrain FTA negotiations were concluded this afternoon. Below are links to information and press releases on the conclusion.
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NFTC Speech
May 26, 2004 : Speech by Dr. Naser M. Y. Al Belooshi, Economic Representative of the Kingdom of May 7, 2004 : Bahrain at the National Foreign Trade Council’s Conference: IRAQ - BUSINESS & HUMAN RESOURCE ISUES & ANSWERS on May 5, 2004.
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U.S. Bahrain FTA Coalition
May 25, 2004 : The U.S. Bahrain FTA Coalition announces an updated list of Coalition members: The Wheat Export Trade Education Committee is a new member.
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Bahrain Independence Day Event
May 24, 2004 : Images from Bahrain’s Independence Day event at the Willard Hotel in Washington DC on December 16, 2004.
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Commander David F. Winkler
May 18, 2004 : Robert Fardi, President of Unison, interview of Commander David F. Winkler (U.S. Navy) for www.bahraingateway.org website.
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Luncheon at Zaytinya
May 12, 2004 : Hosted luncheon at Zaytinya for discussion on the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement.
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Woman Appointed to Cabinet
May 6, 2004 : A woman was appointed to Bahrain's Cabinet for the first time this week in a reshuffle by the King, HH Sheik Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
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Alba Earns Bahrain Praise
May 3, 2004 : Assistant US Trade Representative for Europe and the Mediterranean, Catherine Novelli, who visited the Alba smelter praised Alba’s commitment to protecting the environment and said she was impressed with size of the smelter.
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U.S. - Bahrain Strength in Relations
April 29, 2004 : The American-Bahraini Friendship Society awarded Bahrain's Order of the First Class.
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Cisco Systems, Inc. in Bahrain
April 28, 2004 : Cisco Systems, Inc. yesterday signed a landmark agreement with Bahrain 's Central Informatics Organization (CIO) to establish the first regional Cisco networking academy.
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Bahrain Financial Harbor (BFH)
April 26, 2004 : A high-level delegation from Goldman Sachs visited the $1.3 billion Bahrain Financial Harbor (BFH) development, which is set to reinforce Bahrain’s position as the business and financial hub of the Middle East.
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From the Archive: Ritz Carlton Event
April 13, 2004 : Hosted roundtable discussion on the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement.
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Congressional Trip to Bahrain
April 12, 2004 : Congressman Paul Ryan (R-WI) expressed satisfaction with the Bahrain-US ties in various fields and the deep-rooted commercial relations.
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From the Archive: Al Belooshi Reception
April 12, 2004 : Pictures from a reception hosted at Dr. Naser Al Belooshi's residence in Washington DC in December 2003.
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Bahrain - Gateway to the Gulf
April 8, 2004 : Bahrain will be used as a model for at least eight other countries in the Middle East which have been earmarked for Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the U.S.
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Dr. Rice on Bahrain
April 8, 2004 : There are reformist trends in places like Bahrain and Jordan.
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Bahrain Grand Prix
April 7, 2004 : Michael Schumacher, the six-time Grand Prix world champion, secured first place at the inaugural Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix held at Sakhir, Bahrain from April 2 – 4, 2004.
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Launch of the U.S.-Bahrain Congressional Caucus
April 7, 2004 : The U.S.-Bahrain FTA Coalition membership hosted a press briefing on the Hill, Wednesday, March 3, 2004 in the Capitol.
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Trade Collaboration
April 7, 2004 : The prospect of the establishment of an American Chamber of Commerce in Bahrain.
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London Negotiations
April 6, 2004 : Update on U.S. and Bahraini FTA Negotiations.
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U.S. Bahrain FTA Update
April 6, 2004 : Seeking Public Comments on FTA Interim Environmental Review.
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From the Archives
March 26, 2004 : Historical photos from the archives of the Office of the Economic Representative.
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Photos from a recent visit by HH Shaikh Al-Khalifa
March 5, 2004 : Photos from a recent visit by HH Shaikh Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, Crown Prince and Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defense Force.
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IIPA Supports USBFTA
March 4, 2004 : The International Intellectual Property Alliance (IIPA) welcomes the formation of the U.S.-Bahrain Congressional Caucus.
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NEMA Supports the USBFTA
March 4, 2004 : The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) : NEMA welcomes the U.S. Congressional Caucus supporting the US-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement.
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USBFTAC : Congressional Bahrain Caucus
March 4, 2004 : U.S.-Bahrain FTA Coalition lauds the formation of Congressional Bahrain Caucus.
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Supporting the US-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement
March 3, 2004 : Congressional Caucus on U.S. Bahrain Free Trade Announced.
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A Century of Friendship
March 2, 2004 : Print advertising campaign launched for the Office of the Economic Representative of Bahrain.
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Congressional Caucus Launches
March 2, 2004 : Congressional Caucus to Support Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Launches Wednesday, March 3, 2004.
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Citigroup Business Reception
March 1, 2004 : Business Reception for Coalition Members, Negotiators and Congressional Caucus Members.
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U.S.-Bahrain Congressional Caucus
March 01, 2004 : Launch of the U.S.-Bahrain Congressional Caucus.
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Bahrain Congressional Caucus
February 27, 2004 : Washington DC, Members of the Bahrain Congressional Caucus announced.
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USBFTAC Members
February 27, 2004 : Washington DC, Members of the U.S. Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Coalition announced.
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Broadening Support for FTA
February 9, 2003 : USBFTC : U.S.-Bahrain FTA Coalition Welcomes Crown Prince of Bahrain to U.S., Praises Work on U.S.-Bahrain FTA.
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New Website Offers Gateway To Bahrain
February 9, 2004 : The Office of the Economic Representative of Bahrain (OERB) to the United States, at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain, launched bahraingateway.org.
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Official State Visit to the U.S.
February 6, 2004 : His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, Crown Prince and Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defense Force, begins a four-day working visit to Washington.
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Formal Talks Begin
January 27, 2004 : Bahrain and the U.S. begin formal talks towards a free trade agreement.
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Free Trade Negotiations Launched
January 26, 2004 : United States and Bahrain to Launch Free Trade Negotiations.
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Bahrain at the World Economic Forum
January 23, 2004 : Bahrain's Crown Prince addresses the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
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Free Trade Negotiations Timeline
November 10, 2003 : U.S. and Bahrain Looking to Conclude Free Trade Negotiations by the End of 2004.
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A Regional Leader
July 30, 2003 : USTR - U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement a Strong First Step with a Regional Leader.
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USTR Travels to Middle East
June 3, 2003 : U.S. Trade Representative Robert B. Zoellick to Discuss Free Trade and Economic Reform in Bahrain.
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White House Announcements
May 22, 2003 : U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement a Strong First Step with a Regional Leader.
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Support for FTA
May 21, 2003 : The Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) Announces Support for U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Negotiations.
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Vison for the Middle East
May 21, 2003 : U.S. and Bahrain Announce Intention to Seek to Negotiate a Free Trade Agreement.
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White House Statement
May 9, 2003 : The White House, Statement by the Press Secretary on U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement.
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U.S. Bahrain Prospects for FTA
April 11, 2003 : U.S. and Bahrain Discuss Prospects for Negotiating Free Trade Agreement.
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Strengthening Trade
April 10, 2003 : USTR - United States and Bahrain Discuss Strengthening Trade and Economic Relationship.
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