This post is part of the Public Sources 2024 project of SA WEST. It contains a collection of reliable links to ministries, government institutions, and local media sources in Bahrain.
All links were checked in October and November 2024. In addition to providing links to local news websites, we also share their social media profiles and related groups in messaging platforms. This gives you a comprehensive toolset to follow and gather data on current events using your preferred methods.
This collection is made to help intelligence professionals and researchers find important resources related to Bahrain. While we do not claim to have every possible link, we hope this collection serves as a useful starting point for your project.
To help you better understand the regional context, we provide a list of projects in Bahrain, if available, involving the World Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the Asian Development Bank.
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You might be surprised by the image featured in the headline of our publication about public sources in Bahrain, so it’s important to clarify what it represents. These images are derived from Google searches for terms like “leader,” “prime minister,” and “head of government of Bahrain.” As you can see, the search results include leaders from other countries that actively engage with Bahrain. Furthermore, in some cases—such as the section about Madagascar—fictional characters associated with that country even appear. Ultimately, this creates a composite visual representation of the region, which itself serves as an intriguing subject for further analysis.
Bahrain
National portal, selected links to ministries and government organizations
Government Directory of the Kingdom of Bahrain https://www.bahrain.bh |
The website serves as a comprehensive guide to ministries, authorities, and governmental institutions in Bahrain. It provides essential contact information and outlines various services offered by different ministries, including the Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Finance and National Economy, and Ministry of Social Development, catering to citizens’ needs and promoting transparency in government operations. |
| Ministry of Interior – Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs https://services.bahrain.bh |
This website offers a range of electronic services related to residency permits, including the Golden Residency Visa issuance for relatives, good conduct certificate issuance, and various housing services provided by the Ministry of Housing. Citizens can efficiently submit and manage their residency requests, housing requests, and view associated eligibility criteria. The platform also provides services associated with municipal affairs, labor, and legal transactions through the Ministry of Justice. |
Central Bank of Bahrain http://www.cbb.gov.bh/ |
Central bank |
– globally accessible | 
– geoblocked (use VPN) | 
– geoblocked, occasional outages
01 – Registers, Public Records, Statistics
https://www.bahrain.bh    |
eServices of government of the Kingdom of Bahrain |
https://www.bahrainbourse.net |
This site provides information about the stock market in Bahrain, including listings, market data, and investment opportunities. It serves as a platform for trading securities and offers various resources for investors. |
| https://www.cbb.gov.bh |
This site provides information about the monetary policy, financial regulations, and economic statistics for Bahrain. It also offers a range of services such as currency exchange rates and licensing for financial institutions. |
| https://www.data.gov.bh | Bahrain Open Data Portal |
04 – News
| https://albiladpress.com |
This site is a platform for free expression and diverse viewpoints, serving as a medium for constructive criticism and reflection on community perspectives. |
https://alwatannews.net |
Al Watan Bahraini newspaper, daily, political, economic, social, the fastest-circulating in Bahrain |
| https://bna.bh |
This site provides news and events related to the Kingdom of Bahrain. It serves as a reliable source for accurate and objective reporting. |
12 – For travelers
| https://gulfair.com |
This site provides insights into Gulf Air flights, membership options, and travel details. It offers the ability to book tickets to multiple destinations and plan boutique holidays. |
15 – Social networks, forums
| https://bahraincinema.com | This site provides information about Cineco’s cinema operations across three GCC countries, highlighting its market leadership in Bahrain and Qatar, recent expansion into the UAE, and plans for entering the Saudi Arabian market. |
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