The Kingdom of Bahrain
Bahrain is an island located in the Arabian Gulf to the west of the mainland of Saudi Arabia. The Bahrain economy is one of the strongest in the Middle East. Originally based on oil wealth, the country has wisely diversified and has attracted investment from many large multinational firms. In fact its economy is recognised as the fastest growing in the Middle East. It is also a popular tourist destination attracting over 8 million people each year.
