Bahraini-Jordanian Business Forum Expo for Iraq

Bahrain-based businessmen seeking an entry into Iraq have been invited to take part in a business exhibition in Jordan later this year. The Bahraini-Jordanian Business Forum and the Made in Bahrain Exhibition are being held in Amman from July 3 to 5, said a report in our sister publication Gulf Daily News.

Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) deputy executive manager Abdulrahim Naqi said the events would attract businessmen from all over the world, including Jordan-based companies. "One of the main areas of opportunity lies in Iraq, which is expected to experience a reconstruction boom," he said.

"This will be an excellent opportunity for Bahrain-based companies to make contact with Iraqi businessmen, many of whom are based in Jordan and have strong influence."

Naqi was speaking at a Press conference held at the BCCI's premises in Manam.

The events in Jordan are being organised by the BCCI and Sanabel Expo with the support of the Industry and Commerce Ministry, the Bahraini Embassy in Jordan, the Jordan Chamber of Commerce and the Jordan Chamber of Industry.

Naqi said that the trade balance was currently in Bahrain's favour. Bahrain's exports to Jordan currently total BD11.2 million ($29.70 million) a year and Jordan's to Bahrain total BD3m, he said.

Relevant government organisations, including the Industry and Commerce Ministry and the Economic Development Board (EDB) are expected to have a presence.

For more information email BCCI exhibition manager Duha Hussain on duha@bcci.bh or call 17576666.(TradeArabia News Service)