Bahrain is stepping up efforts to protect and promote its centuries-old natural pearl legacy, with Industry and Commerce Minister Abdulla Fakhro outlining a comprehensive framework to regulate the trade, strengthen market oversight and elevate Bahrain’s status as a global hub for the much-in-demand treasured jewellery pieces.
In an official response to a parliamentary question submitted by Shura Council services committee vice-chairman Talal Al Mannai, the minister detailed the legal, technical and strategic measures the kingdom has adopted to safeguard the authenticity of natural pearls and support the sector’s long-term sustainability.
Mr Fakhro emphasised that Bahrain remains ‘the only country in the world that prohibits the trade and circulation of non-natural pearls’, citing Decree-Law (10) of 1990 and its amendments as the backbone of Bahrain’s protective framework.
“Our ministry carries out continuous field inspections to ensure that local markets remain free of cultured pearls,” he said. “No pearl jewellery may be sold in Bahrain unless it is accompanied by an accredited examination certificate issued by the Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (Danat).”
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