Bahrain is home to one of the world's largest aluminium smelters and a regional finance centre.
CapitalManama
CurrencyBahraini dinar (BHD)
LanguagesArabic; English in business
RegionMiddle East
Why Bahrain matters for trade
- Alba aluminium smelter
- Refining and petrochemicals
- Free trade agreement with the United States
What Bahrain sells and buys
| Main exports | Main imports |
|---|---|
| Aluminium, Refined products, Petrochemicals | Crude oil, Alumina, Food, Machinery |
Main ports and routes
Khalifa bin Salman Port.
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TradeScout24 Insights · Country overview; figures will be added from DEİK, business council and national sources · Last reviewed 31 Oct 2026