Bahrain and Serbia Explore New Horizons from Dairy to Digital

Bahrain is making strides to broaden its trade relationships with Serbia, aiming to diversify beyond its oil-reliant economy by fostering new partnerships in sectors such as dairy, digital technology, and other industries. The Bahraini delegation, led by the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, engaged in discussions with their Serbian counterparts in Belgrade. This meeting coincided with the visit of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, signifying a strategic push for diversification.

During these meetings, both countries expressed their commitment to explore collaborative opportunities spanning food production, dairy, IT, construction, and financial services—highlighting a strategic pivot toward a diversified economic agenda.

The discussions were co-chaired by BCCI Second Vice Chairman Mohammed Abduljabbar Al Kooheji and the Deputy President of the Serbian Chamber, Mihailo Vesović, emphasizing the potential of the private sector in catalyzing partnerships that align with global economic trends. The Bahraini side highlighted its infrastructure and flexible regulatory framework as key advantages, positioning the kingdom as a pivotal investment hub for the Gulf region. In contrast, Serbia's capacity in food production and manufacturing offers a complementary strength that facilitates mutual economic growth.

Additionally, both parties attended a briefing on Expo 2027 in Belgrade, themed ‘Play for Humanity: Sport and Music for All’. The event is poised to attract global participants and spur innovation across various sectors such as sustainable development, creative industries, technology, health, and sport.

These initiatives underscore Bahrain’s efforts to expand its economic landscape by integrating diverse industries including food, dairy, IT, and financial services, signaling a comprehensive strategy shift "from dairy to digital".