Cisco Systems has signed a major agreement to upgrade Bahrain’s government telecommunications and information networks, marking a key part of a sweeping $17 billion partnership between Bahraini and US companies. Announced during Bahrain’s crown prince’s visit to Washington, the deal underscores Bahrain’s ambitions to establish itself as a leading tech hub in the Gulf.
The comprehensive investment package spans sectors including technology, aviation, industry, and finance, emphasizing digital infrastructure as a catalyst for economic growth. A highlight of the initiative is the development of an 800-kilometer multi-fiber submarine cable that will link Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq to global networks, further enhancing regional connectivity.
This partnership positions Bahrain at the forefront of digital transformation in the Gulf, leveraging US expertise to build robust and modernized government networks.
