“Export Bahrain and HKTC Join Forces to Unlock Opportunities for Bahraini Jewelry Businesses at Hong Kong International Jewelry Show 2024”

In a remarkable achievement, Export Bahrain supported the participation of 6 Bahraini businesses from the Jewelry sector in the highly esteemed 40th edition of the Hong Kong International Jewelry Show 2024. This milestone collaboration, facilitated by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTC), exemplifies Export Bahrain’s dedication to empowering national businesses and propelling them towards global recognition.

The event, held at the renowned Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, showcased the talents of over 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries, making it an ideal platform for Bahraini businesses to make their mark on the international stage. By actively engaging in such prestigious exhibitions, Export Bahrain aims to equip local jewelers with valuable insights into the latest industry trends and developments, enabling them to expand their reach and compete effectively in global markets.

Export Bahrain managed to facilitate more than 500 business engagements with an average of 15 B2B meetings per day at the prestigious Hong Kong International Jewelry Show in 2024. These interactions resulted in valuable connections with businesses spanning from across the globe including Hong Kong, India, China, Thailand, Singapore, the UAE, the United Kingdom, and Italy. An impactful aspect of the event was that 50% of the participants began their entrepreneurial journey in Hong Kong, indicating significant opportunities for Bahraini jewelry enterprises to expand their reach.

Under the leadership of His Excellency Mr. Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce and Chairman of Export Bahrain, Bahrain’s participation in this significant international exhibition is recognized as a pivotal investment in the jewelry sector. It provides a remarkable growth opportunity for participating businesses, allowing them to leverage their presence on a global scale and establish invaluable connections with international audiences. This strategic cooperation with HKTC not only amplifies the contribution of Bahrain’s private jewelry sector but also nurtures entrepreneurial spirit, encouraging aspiring Bahraini entrepreneurs to take the bold step towards developing their ideas and projects.

Mrs. Safa Sharif Abdulkhaliq, Chief Executive Officer at Export Bahrain, highlights the profound impact of Export Bahrain’s unwavering commitment to identifying international opportunities for Bahraini businesses. This commitment has significantly enhanced the visibility, competitiveness, and ultimately the sales of participating businesses, aligning with Export Bahrain’s strategic objectives.

The jewelry sector stands as one of the most prominent commercial activities in the Kingdom, serving as a key pillar of the national economy. Export Bahrain is resolutely focused on strengthening the presence of pivotal sectors like jewelry, both locally and globally. Such endeavors align with the Kingdom’s economic vision as it strives to foster innovation, elevate its standing in the global arena, and seize opportunities for expansion in regional and international markets.

 
>On this occasion, Mr. Ali Hasan Rabeea, Owner and General Manager of Al Huda Jewellery, stated “Export Bahrain played a pivotal role in facilitating our participation in a platform at one of the largest exhibitions that provides the fruitful opportunities to engage in elite groups of specialists and interested parties, this enabled us to connect with potential buyers from diverse sectors and global markets, thereby expanding our international trade network. We eagerly anticipate future collaboration opportunities with Export Bahrain.
 

The strategic partnership between Export Bahrain and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTC) signifies the initiation of a supportive ecosystem for SMEs within the Kingdom of Bahrain. By bridging the gap between established Bahraini businesses and the Hong Kong market, as well as other international markets, this collaboration contributes significantly to the Kingdom’s economic growth and positions Bahrain as a force to be reckoned with in the global business landscape.