MANAMA: Mahmood Rafique, Editor: As the elections for the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) are one step closer, Estidamah block has officially announced its panel for elections scheduled to take place on March 28th.
Led by Nabeel Kanoo, Estidamah strategic alliance vows unite the business community in its endeavour to play as a catalyst in reshaping the Kingdom’s economy. In this regard, nomination papers have been submitted by the Estidamah panel at the Chamber’s premises to elect a new board for 31st term.
In addition to Nabeel Khalid Kanoo, the Estidamah Bloc includes the following business leaders Mohammed Al Kooheji; Nawaf Al Zayani; Yousuf Salahuddin; Sonya Janahi; Sawsan Abulhassan; Abeer Almoayyed; Ahmed Al Saloom; Jameel Al Ghanah; Professor Waheeb Al Khaja; Abdulwahab Al Hawaj; Mohammed Adel Fakhro; Shaker Al Helli; Rashad Zaina; Mohammed Nader Diwani; Hassan Bader Kaiksow; Khalid Abdulrahman Jumaand Khalid Engineer.
Through this diverse group of candidates, the panel brings together a blend of elite business leaders, professional expertise, and ambitious emerging talent united under a shared vision to support stability and sustainable growth for Bahrain’s business community.
Nabeel Kanoo emphasized that the official submission of the bloc’s candidacy represents both a responsibility and a commitment towards the merchants and members of the Chamber’s General Assembly.
“We in the Estidamah Bloc recognize that the current phase presents several challenges for the commercial sector, particularly in light of the regional circumstances and economic shifts taking place across the region. This makes it increasingly important to strengthen cooperation and effective coordination between the Bahrain Chamber and the esteemed government to ensure the continued stability and growth of the commercial sector.
“We also wish to acknowledge the government’s significant efforts and initiatives in support of the Kingdom’s economic sectors, foremost among them the commercial sector. These measures have made a meaningful contribution to safeguarding the stability of the national economy. We are confident that, just as the government stood alongside the business community during the COVID 19 pandemic by introducing support packages that helped mitigate its impact, it will continue to play an important role in the coming phase by launching further programs and initiatives that support commercial activity.”
“If we earn the confidence of the business community and are elected to the Chamber’s Board of Directors, we will serve as an active and credible voice for the commercial sector. Our approach will be rooted in constructive collaboration with the relevant authorities to help shape practical responses, support impactful initiatives, and champion programs that strengthen the sector’s stability and growth, advance the interests of merchants, and contribute to the broader progress and long-term sustainability of Bahrain’s economy.”
Kanoo called on the business community to participate actively in the elections scheduled for 28 March, underscoring that the strength of the Chamber derives from the unity of its members and their engagement in its democratic processes.
“Estidamah Bloc will continue its meetings with the business community to present its electoral program and listen to their views and observations. The ultimate objective is to reinforce the Chamber’s role as a unified platform for the private sector and an effective partner in supporting the continued progress of Bahrain’s national economy.”
