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Plan to extend travel ban on debt defaulters backed

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Bahrain-specific regulatory changes: extension of travel bans on debt defaulters (affects debt recovery for banks) and amendment to Commercial Companies Law (corporate governance). The travel ban extension may improve loan recovery rates for Bahraini banks, reducing credit risk. The Companies Law amendment aims to align with FATF standards ahead of 2026 evaluation, potentially improving Bahrain's business environment. Impact is country-specific and regulatory in nature.

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  • Shura Council unanimously supported extending travel ban on debt defaulters from 9 months to max 3 years.
  • Amendment to Article 40 of Decree-Law 22 of 2021 aims to prevent debtors from fleeing the country.
  • Travel ban can be imposed if credible fears of flight and insufficient visible assets to cover debt.
  • Shura Council approved Royal Decree to amend 2001 Commercial Companies Law to enhance corporate governance and transparency.
  • Law pending ratification by His Majesty King Hamad.
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