Manama : The Bahrain Businesswomen’s Society announced its ongoing preparations for the Global Women Economic Forum and Exhibition set to take place from January 12-15 2025, under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW).
The event, to be held at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, will feature extensive participation from Gulf, Arab, and international entities.
The forum will host approximately 50 speakers from around the world, including prominent global figures, current and former ministers, and senior officials from international and United Nations institutions.
The event aims to celebrate the achievements of businesswomen in corporate leadership while showcasing Bahrain’s position as a business-friendly hub for financial and international trade. It will provide opportunities for businesswomen to enhance trade relations, exchange expertise, and foster specialised initiatives connecting Bahraini businesswomen with the global business community.
Organised to mark the 25th anniversary of the society’s establishment, the first such association in the Gulf, the forum will include a four-day exhibition for participating companies.
The programme will feature five key discussion sessions which include “Innovative Diplomacy: Women Shaping Legal Landscapes,” “Future-Ready: AI’s Role in Shaping Education and Society,” “Investing in Security: The Future of Cyber Ventures,” “Inclusive Growth: Financial Strategies for Entrepreneurial Success,” and “Innovation: The Economic Impact of Creativity and the Orange Economy.”
A keynote address titled ” The Bahrain Model and Women’s Progression Globally,” delivered by Dr. Hashim Hussain, Head of the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation’s Investment and Technology Promotion Office (UNIDO-ITPO) in Bahrain, will explore Bahrain’s pioneering role in empowering women locally and globally.
The address will highlight policies and initiatives contributing to Bahrain’s success as a reference to women’s empowerment, sharing inspiring achievements of Bahraini women across various fields and drawing lessons for broader international application.
The exhibition will feature national pavilions representing Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, the UAE, Iraq, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco, Turkey, the UK, the US, Russia, France, Italy, Switzerland, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and China. A total of 38 participants are expected, representing diverse services, businesses, and companies.
Strategic partners of the forum include the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, relevant Bahraini ministries, the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), the Union of Arab Chambers, the Federation of GCC Chambers (FGCCC), the UNIDO Investment and Technology Promotion Office (ITPO) in Bahrain, the OECD MENA Investment Centre, accredited embassies in Bahrain, and the Middle East and North Africa Businesswomen’s Network (MENA BWN).
The Bahrain Businesswomen’s Society praised the efforts of the organising committee in promoting the forum, attracting distinguished international figures, and enriching discussions, further strengthening Bahrain’s role as a centre for business and trade.
