Manama : His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, announced during a press conference at Sofitel Zallaq that the Kingdom of Bahrain will host the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Congress and the 2025 Hall of Fame Ceremony from May 14 to 18.
His Highness expressed appreciation to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa for their continued support in securing major international sporting events for the Kingdom.
The press conference was attended by Dana Osama Al Saad, Deputy CEO for Resources and Projects at the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA), and FIBA representatives Sebastien Miazza and Theren (TJ) Bullock. The event will take place at Exhibition World Bahrain, with the Hall of Fame Ceremony to be held at the Bahrain National Theatre.
His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Ali commended the support of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad for the congress and ceremony, and acknowledged the efforts of the Ministry of Tourism, led by Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi, as well as the Bahrain Basketball Association, government bodies, sponsors, and working committees. He noted that the collaboration between BTEA, the Bahrain Olympic Committee, and both the national and international basketball federations reflects Bahrain’s capability and credibility in hosting international events.
The congress is expected to draw around 500 participants from 180 countries, contributing to tourism and economic development in Bahrain.
Al Saad emphasised the value of sports tourism and confirmed the launch of a full programme for delegates, including visits to cultural, heritage, and entertainment sites.
FIBA’s Sebastian Miazza commended Bahrain’s preparations, noting the upcoming congress will host the largest number of member countries. Bullock confirmed new features for the Hall of Fame Ceremony, including entertainment segments and a basketball memorabilia exhibition.
