CITYSCAPE CONFERENCE AGENDA

Alexander Heuff, Group Director, Cityscape

Reserved for His Excellency Eng. Essam Bin Abdullah Khalaf, Chairman of the Board of Directors for RERA Bahrain

Join us on this journey to explore how the Kingdom’s strategic position, progressive regulatory framework and economic diversification initiatives are creating a resilient investment haven in the Middle East, offering unique opportunities for real estate development and investors despite global uncertainty. 

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. 

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. 

Retail leaders will uncover the $300 billion-dollar GCC retail market, highlighting sectors experiencing accelerated growth including luxury retail. Panelists will explore how demographic advantages—young population, high disposable incomes, and tourism growth—create multiple entry points for investors. The discussion will cover emerging retail formats gaining regional 

traction, digital transformation initiatives reshaping consumer engagement, and strategic approaches to navigating regulatory environments.

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. 

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. 

Experts highlight accessible opportunities starting from BHD 60,000, analyze emerging neighbourhoods with appreciation potential, and discuss financing options tailored for first-time investors. Capitalize on Bahrain's housing budget initiatives, navigate the rental market, and understand legal considerations for non-Bahraini investors in designated freehold areas.