Government of Bahrain

Money supply grows at lowest pace in eight months in May as growth savings deposits slow.

Bahraini man complains still has card bearing 'female' name, company refuses to allow him to work.

Kingdom latest Gulf state to look to invest in food producing nations to sure up supplies.

Gulf states launch emergency efforts to control prices, Egypt inflation hits 19.7%.

States agree to create joint cbank next year, but admit Gulf currency will not reach deadline.

Kingdom defends gov't plans, says Nunu chosen because she is Bahraini.

Kingdom plans to set up import firm in bid to ease shortages and dampen rising prices.

Appointment of Jewish woman as ambassador reflects 'climate of tolerance'.

Gulf state has no plans for shift in monetary policy despite calls from economists to abandon US currency link.

Bahraini MP calls for more than 100,000 Bangladeshis to be deported immediately.

WEFME: Officials say Gulf Arab states must rein in spending in order to tackle record inflation.

Medical report inconclusive due to time past since alleged incidents took place.

Local media labels amendments to press law 'major boost' to freedom of expression in kingdom.

Long-term future of Gulf economies depends on reforms, leading Arab financers say.

Bahrain plans to abolish its sponsorship system as part of measures to liberalise labour market.

Bahrain has long been the financial capital of the GCC, and now begins its own construction boom.

Bahrain rejects plan to give local families extra $53 per month for every child to help ease inflation burden.

Bapco will shut down 100,000 bpd complex for maintenance in fourth quarter, company official says.

Inflation could rise from 7% last year, driven by food costs and public spending - International Monetary Fund.

Rights group report not accurate depiction of state of journalism, authorities say.

Washington signs pact with Gulf state as it tries to isolate Iran and weaken influence in region.

Bahrain proposes harsh new penalties for businesses caught cheating consumers, media reports.

Officials to meet in Bahrain later this month to discuss how to bring down record inflation.

Women still widely discriminated against and enjoy few freedoms, rights group claims.

Political row delays approval of $106mn payout to help low-income families hit by price rises.

Going on strike legitimate, peaceful way for workers to defend interests, minister says.

Inflation in January rose 0.6% as food, beverage and tobacco costs climbed 2.1%.

Construction firms given go-ahead to rip up coral reef in way of Bahrain Bay development.

S.S. Lootah Contracting employees demand paid annual leave, annual tickets home and 30% pay rise.

Bahrain vows crackdown on industries and individuals who pollute environment or put public health at risk.

Gulf state fails to comply with eleven separate commitments to expatriate and women's rights - study.

Bahrain promises to improve labour camps and upgrade conditions for workers.

Women aged 31 to 40 most likely to suffer in silence from spousal abuse, according to study.

Over a thousand workers on $6bn Durrat Al Bahrain development down tools over pay.

Kingdom will submit report to UN after recent battles between protesters and police.

More than half of Gulf residents label Bahrain's dual price plan unfair, survey reveals.

South Korea's Sungwon, Italy's Federici and Bahrain's Hafeera among firms short-listed to build bridge.

The government of India is planning to submit a proposal to the Bahraini government early next month concerning a minimum wage of US $265 (BHD100) per month for Indian expatriate construction workers in the Kingdom, Construction Week has learned.