The Kingdom of Bahrain is an archipelago of 33 islands in the Arabian Gulf. Bahrain’s total size approximates 780 km², while its population surpasses 1.5 million. This ratio makes Bahrain one of the most densely populated countries in the world, with approximately 2,052 inhabitants/km².

Bahrain’s story is one of economic growth, diversification, and innovation. Today, the Kingdom of Bahrain is a key economic and financial centre in the Gulf as well as a distinct hub of cultural activity. Considered an important regional economic and financial hub, Bahrain’s liberal economic policies have attracted foreign investment for decades leading the country to host a large number of global financial services companies.

Bahrain’s identity and heritage is a product and an accumulation of its rich history and continuous development. It is home to 3 World Heritage Sites and a rich pearl diving culture. Bahrain derives its name from the terrestrial and submarine springs of sweet water that spill into the sea. The mix of sweet water and salinity lends a special lustre to Bahrain’s pearls — local treasures that have long captured international appeal. Described as paradise in the Epic of Gilgamesh, Dilmun is believed to have been perceived as the Garden of Eden in ancient times. An abundant and fertile land, until recent times, the prevalence of sweet water springs helped define the country’s diverse agriculture and ensure its prosperity within a largely arid region.