According to a statement from UN Tourism, Bahrain’s Minister of Tourism Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi and UN Tourism Secretary-General Shaikha Nasser Al Nuwais signed an agreement for Bahrain to host the ITIF during Arabian Travel Market 2026 in Dubai.
UN Tourism said the forum will bring together ministers, investors, financial institutions and private sector leaders to focus on the future direction of tourism investment, project financing methods and the establishment of partnerships that generate long-term economic and social returns.
Forum An Opportunity For Bahrain
Bahrain’s Minister of Tourism Sairafi said, “This agreement represents an important step toward positioning Bahrain as a regional and international hub for tourism investment. The forum will provide a global platform for investors and decision-makers to explore new opportunities and establish lasting partnerships. It will also showcase Bahrain’s strong investment environment, advanced infrastructure, strategic location and diverse tourism offerings.”
UN Tourism Secretary-General Nuwais said:
“Investments are a fundamental factor determining how tourism grows in a way that creates jobs, builds resilience and delivers lasting value. UN Tourism will bring its investment expertise and global network to Manama, and we thank the Kingdom of Bahrain for hosting the Forum. Our goal is clear: to help transform tourism potential into investment-ready projects that generate lasting value.”
