Foreign Trade Relations Directorate

As an integral part of Bahrain's Ministry of Commerce, the Directorate of  Foreign Trade Relations plays a pivotal role in assisting and  developing trade relations between  Bahrain and the international trade community. A thorough understanding of  local,  regional and international trade legislation enables the Directorate to assist with virtually any trade-related matter. By advising, and liaising with various bodies, the Directorate helps in building an environment of opportunity for both Bahraini companies, seeking access to world markets, and foreign companies interested in doing business in Bahrain.

Functions

The Directorate overlooks and follows up the different topics related to all foreign trade issues, specially relations with the World Trade Organization (WTO), United Nations Conference on Trade & Development (UNCTAD), Economic & Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), Great Arab Free Trade Area (GAFTA) and other international and regional trade organizations, bilateral trade relations matters, trade issues related to GCC and Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

Types of Services:

 1. Act as the National Focal Point for the World Trade Organization, its agreements and related issues (e.g. Bahrain's schedules of concessions), as well as for other international trade organizations .

2. Assist in organizing official trade visit from and to Bahrain.

3. Provide information on Bahrain foreign trade.

4. Co-ordinate with the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry on Bahrian’s trade policy and other local, regional, and international trade issues through the joint committee.

5. Responsible for all GCC trade related issues.