Bahrain Bourse (BHB), licensed by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB), has officially joined the Bahrain Association of Banks (BAB), reinforcing collaboration between the nation’s capital markets and banking sector. This partnership reflects a strategic alignment across financial services and regulatory frameworks in Bahrain.

In a report by Bahrain News Agency, through membership, BHB will take an active role within the Investment and Capital Markets Committee, participating in ongoing dialogue with key stakeholders to advance sector-wide initiatives. 

The collaboration aims to address shared challenges, enhance transparency, and promote responsible market development across the financial ecosystem.

Shaikh Khalifa bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, CEO of Bahrain Bourse, stated: “Joining the Bahrain Association of Banks highlights the bourse’s commitment to collaboration, responsible market development, and engagement across the financial sector. We look forward to working with BAB and its members to advance sector-wide priorities and contribute to shaping the future of Bahrain’s financial services industry.”

Zeeba Askar, CEO of BAB, commented: “Bahrain Bourse's membership reflects the growing cooperation between the banking sector and capital markets. We look forward to working closely with Bahrain Bourse through coordinated engagement and shared initiatives to support the continued development and resilience of Bahrain’s financial sector.”

The partnership underlines the value of association membership for capital market institutions, providing a platform for governance, shared learning, and sector advancement. By integrating financial institutions into structured networks, Bahrain Bourse and BAB aim to strengthen institutional standards, foster transparency, and create long-term value for the country’s economy.

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