Manama : The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has announced a national initiative to support the commercial sector in conjunction with Bahrain’s National Days celebrations. Running from December 1 to 31, the initiative includes exemptions from promotional campaign fees and the option to extend commercial discount periods, as part of the Ministry’s efforts to stimulate commercial activity and encourage private sector participation in the national celebrations.
Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, affirmed that the initiative reflects the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the private sector and providing commercial establishments and shops across all governorates of Bahrain with opportunities to participate through special offers, discounts and promotional campaigns that boost commercial activity and enhance the appeal of local markets.
Minister Fakhro noted that the initiative aims to encourage commercial establishments of all sizes to introduce innovative offers, provide diverse shopping options and stimulate economic activity, while highlighting the private sector’s role as a key partner in Bahrain’s economic development.
He added that the Ministry looks forward to broad participation from commercial establishments across the Kingdom, reflecting national belonging and public-private sector cooperation, while creating a festive atmosphere in markets and shopping malls and boosting purchasing activity.
The Minister called on shop and business owners to benefit from the initiative by organising promotional campaigns, prize draws and discounts. He also emphasised that the Ministry will facilitate procedures through the Consumer Protection Directorate to encourage wider participation.
For further information about the initiative and participation requirements, commercial establishments may contact the Consumer Protection Directorate at promotion_enquiries@moic.gov.bh.
