Proposed bridge between Qatar and Bahrain gets nod
A proposed 40-km-long causeway linking Qatar and Bahrain is said to have been given the go-ahead.
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Hong Kong still worlds freest economy
For the 17th year in a row, Hong Kong is still the worlds freest economy, a report reveals.
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Tunisian govt unveil plans for $3bn financial centre
Bahrain’s GFH and Tunisia’s government have unveiled plans for a major offshore financial centre.
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Brisbanes Hyperion AM unveils Shariah-compliant Australian equity fund in Bahrain
Australia’s Hyperion Asset Management is launching a Shariah-compliant offshore fund in Bahrain.
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Credit Suisse opens Bahrain office
Credit Suisse has opened an office in Bahrain and appointed Khaled Salah as head of its operations.
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Zurich launches Bahrain general insurance venture
Zurich Insurance Company (Zic) has launched a general insurance business in Bahrain.
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Middle East visit for Luxembourg royal
The Crown Prince of Luxembourg is preparing to visit Bahrain and Dubai next week in a bid to encourage greater investment from UAE fund managers into Luxembourg-domiciled funds.