HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister meets BCCI Chairman

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with HE Sameer Abdulla Nass, the Chairman of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), at Gudaibiya Palace.

His Royal Highness highlighted the importance of public–private sector partnerships to the Kingdom’s development, affirming the government’s commitment to expanding investment opportunities, reinforcing the private sector’s role in the economy, and advancing the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

HE Sameer Nass briefed His Royal Highness on the Chamber’s workstreams, including the Certificate of Origin, for which the BCCI has obtained international accreditation and secured official inclusion in the International Chamber of Commerce’s International Accreditation Series. HE Nass noted that this achievement will further promote the ‘Made in Bahrain’ initiative and support re-export operations, thereby strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a leading commercial and logistics hub in the region.

HE Sameer Nass expressed his appreciation for His Royal Highness’ patronage of the Bab Al-Bahrain Forum 2025, which reflects His Royal Highness’s commitment to strengthening the role of the BCCI.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasised the pivotal role of the private sector in driving economic growth, commending the BCCI’s efforts to strengthening partnerships and advancing joint initiatives that support the Kingdom’s aspirations.

HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad highlighted the private sector’s critical role in generating quality opportunities for citizens and driving growth and investment in the Kingdom.

His Royal Highness commended the efforts of the BCCI in enhancing the Kingdom’s economic and commercial standing, expressing his full support for the continuation of their endeavours.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister expressed pride in the unified efforts of Team Bahrain, stressing how the integration of roles and their collective efforts drive progress and contribute to shaping a brighter future for the Kingdom.

His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court, His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, and several senior officials, also attended the meeting.