Bahrain to host International Tourism Investment Forum 2027

The Kingdom of Bahrain will host the International Tourism Investment Forum (ITIF) from January 10 to 12, 2027. The event is being organized in partnership with UN Tourism.

An agreement to host the forum was signed by Bahrain’s Minister of Tourism, Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi, and the Secretary-General of UN Tourism, Shaikha Nasser Al Nuwais, at the Arabian Travel Market 2026 in Dubai. The forum aims to convene ministers, investors, financial institutions, and private-sector leaders to discuss tourism investment trends, project financing, and the creation of partnerships for long-term economic and social returns.

The program will highlight Bahrain’s specific tourism projects and investment opportunities to a global audience, showcasing the nation's infrastructure and strategic location.