Bahrain Business & Families: Forbes Middle East spotlights four Bahraini family firms in its 2026 “Top 100 Arab Family Businesses” list, led by YK Almoayyed & Sons Group at No. 59, underscoring the kingdom’s enduring role of family-owned conglomerates in retail, shipping, engineering and infrastructure. Bahrain Consumer Protection: Bahrain’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce issued 8,000+ licences for promotions, sales and commercial draws in 2025, with approvals and field checks aimed at stopping fake discounts and misleading offers. Bahrain Transport & Mobility: The Transport ministry launched Uber Black on a trial basis with licensed chauffeur operators, with service areas shown in-app and a phased rollout after performance checks. Bahrain Space & Education: Bahrain Space Agency met Axiom Space and universities to explore research, training and curriculum links via Axiom’s University Alliance. Regional Trade & Energy (Hormuz): As the US-Iran MoU moves toward implementation, shipping is starting to return through the Strait of Hormuz, with early Saudi tanker crossings reported—though analysts warn the “floodgates” may not open fully right away. Global Rights Watch: Human Rights Watch alleges Bulgaria licensed surveillance exports to countries accused of repression, calling for tighter EU enforcement of export controls. Food Supply: Bahrain’s egg production hit a decade high in 2025 at 139.7 million eggs, up 10.5% year-on-year, supported by poultry upgrades.