The Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement ( IPA) between the UAE and Bahrain became effective on 8 May 2025, after completing the required legal procedures.
The agreement establishes a legal framework that protects investments, boosts investor confidence, ensures fair treatment, and provides dispute resolution mechanisms.
Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, emphasised Bahrain’s commitment to expanding cooperation with the UAE, building on the strong and enduring ties between the two nations.