List of all articles filed under “bahrain-top-stories” category.
Bahrain Top Stories
Bahrain’s History: Making of the Constitutional Monarchy
In 1970, Bahrainis voted overwhelmingly to become an independent state. In May The United Nations Security Council endorsed independence, which both Britain and Iran accepted. Bahrain became an independent state on August 5, 1971.
Bahrain Sector Analysis
Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC) Social and Economic Role in Development of Bahrain and Bahrainis
GPIC produced 1.47mn tons of fertilizers in 2010, of which 1.1mn tons were exported, contributing 3% to Bahrain’s GDP. GPIC has 474 employees, of which 82% is Bahraini.
Bahrain Sector Analysis
Special Story Behind Forming Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company with Excellent Track Record for Safety and Environmental Protection
GPIC’s Bottom Line: “We are debt-free and cash-rich, so it’s a tough period,” says GPIC’s General Manager
Bahrain Sector Analysis
Bahrain Petrochemicals Industry: Forming of the Leading Company in Fertilizer and Petrochemical Production
“The fertilizer industry plays a major role in the future of the planet. Few people realize that the fertilizer industry is responsible for feeding up to 70% of the world’s population.”
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One might think that Batelco was upset over the loss of its monopoly position. But that is what makes the story of Bahrain’s telecommunications liberalization so interesting. Instead of fighting to maintain its position, Batelco welcomed it. When Peter Kaliaropoulos, CEO of Batelco, was asked whether competition has helped Batelco, he replied “Emphatically yes!”
Bahrain Sector Analysis
Telecommunications in Bahrain – How Bahrain Become the Most Competitive Telecommunication Market in the Region
The story of how Bahrain came to be both the most connected, as well as the most competitive, telecom sectors in the region is an instructive lesson hard work, vision, and dynamic economic policy come together.
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How the late Michael Jackson found a new home in Bahrain
Bahrain Facts & Figures Map of Bahrain
Discover the Eastern Home of the King of the Pop
“Although Bahrain banking have of course been affected by the international crisis, Bahrain Banking has been able, thanks to good capitalization and capital liquidity, to weather the situation nicely in 2008 – 2009” Abdul Karim Bucheery – CEO of BBK
“Bahrain is a growing Kingdom. It has a strong vision for 2030. We are part of the development of the Kingdom. So, we need to make sure to connect to businesses. We still have the strongest Middle East network geared to the business needs of business travelers.” Björn Näf – former CEO of Gulf Air
