The Bahrain Development Bank (BDB) has announced it will host a pivotal event titled “Empowering the Entrepreneurship and SME Ecosystem in the Kingdom of Bahrain.” The initiative is organized in collaboration with the Bahrain Chamber and the Bahraini SME Development Society.
Scheduled for Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 9:30 AM, the event will take place at the Council Hall in the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The primary objective is to highlight the diverse financing solutions and offerings provided by BDB, with a special focus on its SME Support Fund.
A High-Profile Panel Discussion
The event will feature a panel discussion with a distinguished lineup of industry leaders who will share their insights on the sector. Speakers include Dalal Al Ghais, CEO of Bahrain Development Bank; Waleed Kanoo, Deputy Financial Secretary and Board Member of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Mohammed Al A’ali, a member of the Chamber’s Industry and Energy Committee; and Shereen Jani, a Board Member of the Bahraini SME Development Society.
The discussion will explore key opportunities available to small and medium-sized enterprises in the Kingdom, while also shedding light on the various initiatives designed to support this rapidly growing ecosystem.
Fostering Collaboration and Growth
Following the panel, attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with business owners and industry experts through an interactive Q&A session and networking. This provides a valuable platform for knowledge sharing and fostering connections within the business community.
This event is part of BDB’s continuous commitment to supporting SMEs, cultivating a stimulating business environment, and strengthening partnerships with key national entities. These efforts are aligned with driving national development and supporting Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030.
About Bahrain Development Bank
The Bahrain Development Bank (BDB) was established in 1991 as a specialist bank with a mission to promote investments in Bahrain. The bank’s core business is to provide financial assistance and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the Kingdom, playing a crucial role in economic diversification and growth.
Source: Albilad Press
