Bahrain, Hebei in deal to boost ties

A top-level Bahraini delegation yesterday announced signing a deal with Hebei, an essential region of China’s economy to explore opportunities to drive growth. The delegation led by Capital Governor Sheikh Hisham Bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa and organised by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) signed the deal with XU Qin, Governor of Hebei and a number of local government officials and business leaders in Shijiazhuang.

The parties also attended the Bahrain – Hebei Business Forum to discuss opportunities and strengthen cooperation. These come as part of the delegation’s nine-day visit to China’s principal commercial centres as Bahrain continues to develop business relationships across China. The deals are in addition to the eight landmark agreement signed by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) delegation to deepen economic ties with Shenzhen last week.

Bahraini delegation also signed four major deals with the Bahrain – Zhejiang Business Forum in Hangzhou to explore cross-border commerce Capital Governor Sheikh Hisham Bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa said, “As part of the Jing-Jin-Ji Economic Zone and the Bohai Bay Economic Region, Hebei plays a critical role in China’s economic growth and development.”

“The forum helps both Bahrain the Province of Hebei to better understand the business and regulatory environment, allowing for even further cooperation,” said Liu Xiaojun, Director-general of Foreign Affairs Office of Hebei Province. He added: “We would like to take this opportunity to enhance our partnership with Bahrain and look to build a new chapter to encourage mutual growth.”

Speaking on the occasion, Khalid Al Rumaihi, Chief Executive of Bahrain EDB told conference participants that Bahrain is looking forward to working with the Hebei government to create a supportive environment that can facilitate and promote business partnerships between Bahrain and Hebei.