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May 21, 2024 · Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), political and economic alliance of six Middle Eastern countries— Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. The GCC was established in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in May 1981. The purpose of the GCC is to achieve unity among its members based on their common objectives and their similar ...
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May 6, 2024 · Sheikh Hamad ibn ʿIsa Al Khalifah (born Jan. 28, 1950, Rifāʿ, Bahrain) is the king of Bahrain from 2002, previously emir of Bahrain (1999–2002). Hamad became head of state as the emir of Bahrain after the death of his father, Sheikh ʿIsa ibn Salman Al Khalifah, and then proclaimed himself king in 2002.
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2 days ago · When it comes to GDP PPP per capita, the highest-ranking countries are Qatar ($124,834), the United Arab Emirates ($88,221), Saudi Arabia ($64,836), Bahrain ($60,596) and Israel ($54,997). The lowest-ranking country in the Middle East, in terms of GDP nominal per capita, is Yemen ($573).
2 days ago · ISO 3166-1 ( Codes for the representation of names of countries and their subdivisions – Part 1: Country codes) is a standard defining codes for the names of countries, dependent territories, and special areas of geographical interest. It is the first part of the ISO 3166 standard published by the International Organization for Standardization .
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4 days ago · The Bahrain national football team ( Arabic: منتخب الْبَحرَيْن لِكُرَّةُ الْقَدَم) represents Bahrain in international football and is controlled by the Bahrain Football Association, which was founded in 1951 and joined FIFA in 1966. They have never reached the World Cup, but have twice come within one match of ...
May 19, 2024 · Bahrain is a fascinating country located in the Arabian Gulf. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, Bahrain offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity. With a population of over 1.6 million people, Bahrain is a small but significant player in the Middle East.
May 8, 2024 · In April 2018, the Bahraini government announced its biggest oil and gas discovery since the 1930s. The extensive reservoir discovered off Bahrain’s west coast is estimated to contain some 80 billion barrels of tight oil in place, although the find requires more study. Bahrain also announced the discovery of 10-20 trillion cubic feet in ...
