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CITYSCAPE TALKS AGENDA

the full programme

Day 1, Tuesday 25 November

Residential and Retail Focus

12:00 PM
Opening Ceremony
Opening and VIP Tour of Cityscape Bahrain Exhibition
1:50 PM
Welcome Note
Welcome and opening remarks by Emcee/Chair
2:00 PM
Opening Remarks
Opening remarks by Informa Markets

Alexander Heuff, Group Director, Cityscape

2:05 PM
Welcome Remarks
His Excellency Eng. Essam Bin Abdullah Khalaf, Chairman of the Board of Directors for RERA Bahrain
2:10 PM
Ministerial Keynote
Comprehensive national housing strategy: Royal directive implementation through public-private partnership
  • Implementation plan of the Royal Directive to provide 50,000 new housing units

  • Initiative to increase Real Estate supply in partnership with the private sector

  • Vision for expanding housing programs and financing options

 

Her Excellency the Minister of Housing and Urban Planning, Bahrain

2:30 PM
Presentation/Fireside Chat
Cities of the Future: Crafting Human-Centric Urban Destinations

An experiential, design-forward narrative showing how New Murabba is creating cities not just to live in—but to feel, explore, and connect through immersive technology and inclusive design.

 

Michael Dyke, CEO, New Murabba, KSA

 

2:50 PM
Presentation/Fireside Chat
Key investor advantages through Bahrain’s golden residency program
  • This panel showcases Bahrain's competitive Golden Residency Visa program. Distinguished experts will explore investment pathways, business advantages, and lifestyle benefits while comparing Bahrain's program to regional alternatives. This session offers investors comprehensive insights into leveraging this strategic opportunity for long-term presence in the Gulf region. 

 

Economic Development Board, Bahrain

3:10 PM
Panel Discussion
Scoring success in Bahrain’s dynamic residential real estate landscape

Industry & market leaders, developers reveal winning strategies for real estate investors, homebuyers to capitalize on emerging opportunities in Bahrain’s diverse housing market which includes luxury waterfront developments to affordable housing. 

 

Moderator:

  • Harry Goodson-Wickes, Head of Northern Gulf, Savills Bahrain

 

Panelists:

  • Eng. Ahmed Alammadi, CEO, Diyar Al Muharraq, Bahrain
  • Amin Alarrayed, CEO, Naseej, Bahrain
  • Khaled Abdul Rahman, CEO, Edamah, Bahrain
  • Dr. Ahlam Zainal, CEO, Al Areen Holding Company, Bahrain
3:50 PM
Break
Networking Break
5:00 PM
Panel discussion
First time buyer’s roadmap – All your questions answered!

Join industry experts, as they walk you through essential steps including understanding the local real estate market, setting realistic budgets, exploring financing options. The panel will provide insights on property search strategies, conducting thorough due diligence, and navigating legal procedures with professional guidance. The speaker will share practical advice on making offers, closing deals, and avoiding common pitfalls. 

5:30 PM
New project launch
(Announcement slot – Reserved for developer)
5:40 PM
Panel Discussion
Legal 101 & due diligence – What every property investor must know?

Led by attorneys and legal officers, this session will outline essential components of thorough property investigation. This critical session equips property investors with comprehensive legal due diligence strategies to protect their real estate investments. Expert attorneys will outline the essential components of thorough property investigation, detail the systematic review of contracts, leases, and warranties to ensure compliance with legal requirements and alignment with investment goals. 

6:10 PM
New project launch 
(Announcement slot – Reserved for developer)
6:15 PM
End of day 1
End of Cityscape Talks Day 1