Bahrain to host World Nine-ball Championship in 2027
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) has signed a multi-year memorandum of understanding with Matchroom Pool to bring the World Nine-ball Championship to Bahrain for the first time, in cooperation with the Bahrain Billiards and Darts Association.
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority joins WTTC as Destination Partner
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has welcomed the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) as a Destination Partner, strengthening collaboration with the Kingdom following its participation in WTTC’s 26th Global Summit in Valletta, Malta.
Bahrain’s WTTC membership to boost global tourism partnerships
Sun, 11 Oct 2026
Bahrain’s membership of the World Travel & Tourism Council will strengthen its global tourism presence, attract investment and expand international cooperation, Tourism Minister Fatima Al Sairafi said, highlighting opportunities in innovation, sustainability, destination development and enhancing the visitor experience.
Bahrain Tourism Minister joins WTTC Global Summit in Malta
Thu, 08 Oct 2026
Bahrain’s Minister of Tourism and Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) Chairperson Fatima Al Sairafi participated in the 26th World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit, held in Valletta, Malta, from October 7 to 9, 2026.
Bahrain showcases tourism, automotive heritage at UK concours event
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) Chief Executive Officer Sara Buhiji attended the Concours of Elegance 2026 at Hampton Court Palace in the UK, using the event to promote Bahrain as a destination for international tourism and high-profile events.
Bahrain outlines plans to boost tourism growth, attract major events
Tue, 11 Aug 2026
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority is advancing plans to strengthen the tourism sector, attract more visitors and enhance Bahrain’s regional and international standing, with initiatives reviewed during its third 2026 board meeting.
UFI opens registration for 2026 Global Congress in Bahrain
Thu, 18 Jun 2026
UFI has opened registration for its 93rd Global Congress, set for November 2–5, 2026 in Bahrain at Exhibition World Bahrain, in partnership with Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority, bringing leaders together to discuss exhibition trends.
Bahrain offers optional Q1 fee deferral for tourism establishments
Tue, 28 Apr 2026
Tourist-focused establishments can choose to postpone payment of their Q1 fees to the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA). The optional measure applies to hotels, hotel apartments, furnished apartments, and tourist restaurants.