Bahrain Chamber probes business opportunities in Florida

Agencies | Florida     

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Spurring business cooperation between Bahrain and the State of Florida of the United states was the main theme of a meeting held between Bahrain Chamber’s first vice-chairman Khalid Najibi and the Acting Florida State Secretary of Commerce Marc Adler, held at the Bahrain Chamber’s headquarters today (9^th June 2022).

Speaking at the meeting, Mr. Najibi expressed the keenness of the Bahrain Chamber on expanding business cooperation with the United states, by venturing in the American market, as well as attracting quality U.S investments that add value to the Bahraini economy and contribute to creating job opportunities.  Mr. Najibi encouraged U.S companies to explore opportunities in Bahrain, particularly in the Aluminum industry, solar energy and renewable energy, and education, citing the many incentives foreign investors and business owners can benefit from, including the recently launched U.S Free Trade Zone, the competitive cost of doing business, the advanced infrastructure,  and the high quality of life.  Mr. Najibi also underlined the importance of capitalizing on the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed between the United States and the Kingdom of Bahrain, and eliminating all hurdles curbing trade.

From his side, Mr. Adler spoke about the unique opportunities in Florida and the prospect of Business cooperation between Bahrain and Florida, particularly in light of the keenness between both sides on stepping-up cooperation and achieving mutual economic gains.  He voiced the eagerness of the business community in Florida to liaise with their counterparts from Bahrain and explore lucrative business and partnership opportunities.