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Bilateral Trade Body

Two economies. One corridor. No ceiling.

Bahrain hosts 400+ financial institutions and the Gulf's first FinTech regulatory sandbox. This Chamber connects Australian enterprise with one of the world's most open economies.

A$1.2B
Annual bilateral trade
50+
Years diplomatic ties
0+
Member companies
Supported by leading institutions
Austrade
MOICT
DFAT
Bahrain EDB
Tamkeen
Bahrain EDB
ALBA
Macquarie
Austrade
MOICT
DFAT
Bahrain EDB
Tamkeen
Bahrain EDB
ALBA
Macquarie
About the Chamber

Uniquely connecting Australia and Bahrain — the only Business Chamber or Council in the history of the bilateral relationship

For more than two decades, this Chamber has been the definitive link between Australian enterprise and Bahrain's dynamic economy. We don't just open doors. We walk through them alongside our members — providing direct introductions to Bahrain's financial sector, sovereign wealth ecosystem, and industrial base. From FinTech Bay to the Bahrain International Investment Park, we connect Australian capability with Bahraini opportunity.und intelligence, and the institutional relationships that turn market interest into executed deals.

Bahrain is the gateway to the Gulf. As the region's established financial hub with a diversified economy spanning fintech, logistics, aluminium, and tourism, Australia's expertise in financial services, education, and technology positions our companies as natural partners for Bahrain's Economic Vision 2030.

Our Objectives

  • To actively contribute to bilateral investment, trade, commerce and understanding between Australia and Bahrain
  • To promote new investments between Australia and Bahrain
  • To foster and deepen the relationships between the Australian and Bahraini peoples
  • To actively engage Government agencies and businesses in bilateral trade matters

Trade Facilitation

End-to-end support for market entry and expansion

Business Matching

Curated introductions to Bahraini partners and buyers

Market Intelligence

Sector-specific briefs, regulation updates, and tender alerts

Government Access

Direct channels to Ministries, the EDB, and regulatory bodies

The Chamber is pleased to play its part in developing and advancing the bilateral relationship between our nations. We enjoy more similarities than we do differences. Together we can face these mutual and unique challenges for the betterment of our peoples and the world.
Salman (Simon) Harrison LLB (Hons.) LSF, HC
Chairman
Over the years it has been a great honour to have developed relationships with Governments, Corporate Sectors, Wealth funds and Royal Families across the Gulf region. The entrepreneurial spirit is something that the Gulf and Australia have in common and where we can together make a difference for our peoples and the world itself.
Kane Sajdak
Vice Chairman
Key Sectors

Where Australian capability meets Bahraini ambition

Financial Services & FinTech
Australia's financial services sector is world-class. Bahrain is the Gulf's established financial hub, home to over 400 financial institutions and the region's first FinTech regulatory sandbox. Our members are connecting Australian fintech, banking technology, and financial advisory firms with Bahrain's thriving financial ecosystem.
A$1.8B
Annual bilateral trade
Defence & Security
Cybersecurity, regulatory technology, and digital governance. Bahrain leads the Gulf in e-government adoption and digital transformation.
Infrastructure
Bahrain Bay, Diyar Al Muharraq, new airport terminal, and the King Hamad Causeway. Bahrain is investing US$32 billion in infrastructure through its Economic Vision 2030.
Vocational Training
Vocational Training and growing student exchange and dual-accreditation programmes between both nations
Energy Transition
Green hydrogen, solar, and carbon capture. Both nations are committed to sustainable energy, with Bahrain targeting 5% renewable energy by 2025 and net zero by 2060.
Agribusiness
Connecting farming and agri tech support companies to assist regional and global food security
Carbon Abatement
Linking our nations' expertise in carbon abatement technology and industries. Tackling the challenges of a changing environment.
Waste Management
Bilateral efforts to assist Bahrain in managing the regional waste management and waste to energy efforts
Healthcare
Collaborating in state of the art efforts in spearheading new medical technology and processes
Membership

Choose your level of access

Every tier gets you into the room. Higher tiers get you to the table.

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SMEs, Individuals & Startups
$990 AUD/year
  • 1 Named Representative
  • Standard Directory Listing
  • Quarterly Market Briefings
  • Event access at member pricing
  • Cultural & Business Briefings
  • 15% Delegation Discount
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Lead
Enterprise & Multinationals
$5,500 AUD/year
  • 5 Named Representatives
  • Premium Homepage Listing
  • 3 Complimentary Event Tickets
  • Unlimited B2B Introductions
  • All Industry Working Groups
  • 1 Co-hosted Event/Year
  • Government & Sovereign Wealth Introductions
  • Annual Strategy Session with Vice Chair
  • 50% Delegation Discount
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Chairman's Circle
By Invitation Only
$9,900 AUD/year
Our most exclusive tier for distinguished leaders. Privileged access to the Chamber's highest-level networks.
  • All Lead benefits included
  • Chairman's private dinners & receptions
  • Direct Royal & ministerial introductions
  • Bespoke in-Kingdom itinerary
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Upcoming Events

Where deals begin

Interest is called for in respect of the following Events

15 May 2026

Bahrain FinTech & Investment Briefing

Senior officials from Bahrain's Economic Development Board present current investment opportunities and pathways for Australian companies in the Kingdom's financial hub.

Sydney, Four Seasons
Register
4 June 2026

Manama Trade Mission

Five-day in-Kingdom programme. Meetings pre-arranged with Bahraini counterparts across financial services, education, and technology. Limited to 15 delegates.

Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain
Express Interest
18 July 2026

Gulf Investment Roundtable

A closed-door session connecting Australian investors and service providers with Bahraini sovereign wealth and private equity partners. Hosted in partnership with Austrade.

Melbourne, Crown Towers
Register
Trade Services

From paperwork to partnerships

01

Certification & Documentation

We certify commercial invoices, certificates of origin, and export documentation required for Bahraini customs clearance. Our authentication carries weight with Bahrain Customs Affairs and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce. Average processing: 48 hours.

Certificate of Origin Invoice Attestation Embassy Legalisation
02

Market Intelligence Reports

Sector-specific reports covering regulatory changes, competitor landscape, procurement pipelines, and Bahraini government spending priorities. Updated quarterly. Gold and Platinum members receive bespoke reports on request.

Sector Analysis Tender Alerts Regulatory Updates
03

Business Matching

We maintain a network of 200+ Bahraini companies actively seeking Australian partners. Our matching process is hands-on: we pre-qualify counterparts, arrange introductions, and stay involved through initial negotiations. Not a database. A concierge.

Partner Identification Due Diligence Introduction Meetings
04

Trade Delegation Management

Full-service delegation planning: visa facilitation, in-Kingdom logistics, meeting scheduling, interpreter services, and post-mission follow-up. We've run multiple delegations to Bahrain. Our people on the ground know the protocols.

Visa Support Logistics In-Country Support
Latest News

From the corridor

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News

Bahrain's FinTech Bay accelerator attracts Australian participants

Three Australian fintech companies have been accepted into Bahrain FinTech Bay's 2026 cohort, the Gulf's leading financial technology accelerator backed by the Central Bank of Bahrain.

GCC Chambers Editorial 20 Mar 2026
News

Australia-Bahrain trade in aluminium and agriculture strengthens

Australian alumina exports to Bahrain's Alba smelter grew 15% in 2025, while Bahraini demand for Australian beef and dairy continues to rise under the Kingdom's food security strategy.

GCC Chambers Editorial 8 Mar 2026
News

Chamber formally registered in Manama as Bahrain WLL

The Australia & Bahrain Business Chamber has completed its formal registration in the Kingdom of Bahrain as a WLL entity (No. 182849-1), establishing a permanent presence in Juffair, Manama.

GCC Chambers Editorial 15 Feb 2026
Our Partner Nations

Two nations. One partnership.

Discover Bahrain

The Kingdom of Bahrain is the Gulf's most business-friendly economy. A diversified financial hub with zero income tax, 100% foreign ownership, and a strategic location bridging East and West.

US$44B
GDP
1.5M
Population
#1 GCC
Economic freedom

Discover Australia

33 years of uninterrupted economic growth before the pandemic. World-class universities, a leading financial services sector, and a services economy built for export.

A$2.3T
GDP
26M
Population
#1
Services exporter

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