More than $1 billion worth of investment opportunities in Bahrain are expected to be highlighted at a key international forum on October 15.

Being held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the 'Invest in Bahrain 2014' forum is expected to attract a large number of businessmen and women from within and outside the kingdom, said a report in the Gulf Daily News (GDN), our sister publication.

At least 56 potential projects including sectors such as metals, plastic, fibreglass, water, e-commerce, information and communications technology will be unveiled, the Industry and Commerce Ministry said in a statement.

Senior ministers, government officials and top public and private sector executives including representatives of the Economic Development Board, Central Bank of Bahrain and Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry are also expected to attend the day-long event at the Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre in Sanabis.

A Bahrain-based joint venture between Abahsain Fiberglass and CPIC China that was launched last year will share its experience.

The ministry also plans to launch ideas for new small and medium industrial projects in manufacturing.

Tamkeen, the semi-autonomous labour fund authority, will also review new services and strategy including the launch of 'Support the Investor' programme. - TradeArabia News Service