I would like to commend the organizers, the Co-Ordination Commission for Gulf Insurance and Re-insurance Companies and the Bahrain Insurance Association (BIA), for putting together a stimulating program, which will no doubt enrich the ongoing dialogue and debate on addressing key areas in the development of insurance markets and products in the GCC.
I would also like to extend a warm welcome to the delegates and the many distinguished speakers for taking the time to contribute to this forum. I will keep my remarks brief and outline some of the highlights in the development of the insurance business in Bahrain.