Bahrain has earned the fourth spot among Gulf countries and the sixth position across the Arab region in the 2025 Arab Food Security Index, according to the World Population Review. This achievement underscores Bahrain’s notable progress in enhancing its national food security framework.
Index Criteria and Performance
The index assessed twelve Arab nations based on their capacity to supply food reliably, the sustainability of food reserves, and the robustness of supply chains. Bahrain outperformed several regional peers with a score of 70.3, a testament to its strategic efforts in this vital sector.
Factors Behind Bahrain’s Ranking
Bahrain’s advancement stems from a series of strategic initiatives aimed at bolstering local food production, streamlining supply chains, expanding agro-food partnerships, and optimizing stock and inventory management systems. These combined efforts have contributed to enhancing food security resilience within the Kingdom.
Regional Overview
The UAE led the Arab world in the index with a score of 75.2, followed by Qatar at 72.4, Oman with 71.2, Saudi Arabia scoring 69.9, and Jordan at 66.2. Countries such as Yemen and Sudan recorded the lowest scores, showing room for improvement in food security.
Government Initiatives
The Kingdom’s performance reflects continuing governmental endeavors to improve self-sufficiency, upgrade logistics infrastructure, and attract investments in the food and agricultural sectors. These ongoing efforts aim to build a sustainable and resilient food ecosystem capable of withstanding future challenges.