The Moroccan Bahraini Handicraft Week will kick off on the September 26 at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre, it was revealed yesterday.

The event, held in cooperation between the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority and the Embassy of Morocco in Bahrain, will be under the patronage of the Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, Zayed Alzayani.

“We will be launching a series of events and activities to promote the tourism ties between Bahrain and other countries,” said the chief executive of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority, Shaikh Khalid bin Humood Al Khalifa told the media during a briefing held yesterday (September 20).

“The events will also serve as a platform to promote the handicraft industry between both nations and exchange expertise,” he added.

Further commenting on the event, the Morrocan Ambassador to Bahrain, Ahmed Rashid Khatabi, said: "We are more than happy to host this event in Bahrain which reflects the strong ties between both nations. The unique first of its kind event will showcase the traditional Moroccan crafts alongside Bahraini handicrafts to the public. It will also highlight the creativity and talents of both countries and allow for further exchange of experience and knowledge. The event will be held in partnership with Dar Al Sanea Establishment.”

The event, open to the public, will continue until October 1. It will run from 10 am to 1 pm and from 4 pm to 10 pm. The exhibition will cover an area of 3,000-sq-m and will include 22 Bahraini handicrafts and 13 Moroccan handicrafts. The event will also include live traditional music and workshops. - TradeArabia News Service