Bahrain 巴林 | 英文介紹 中英字幕 | English introduction English/Chinese subtitles

Bahrain, officially known as the Kingdom of Bahrain, is an island country located in the southwest of the Persian Gulf in the Middle East. It is composed of the island of Bahrain and more than 30 surrounding small islands, with a total area of approximately 780 square kilometers, and is one of the smallest countries in the Gulf region. Bahrain faces Iran across the Persian Gulf to the north, shares a border with Saudi Arabia to the west, and is connected to Saudi Arabia by the 25-kilometer-long King Fahd Causeway. It is about 40 kilometers southeast of Qatar. The capital, Manama, is the political, economic, and cultural center of the country.
Bahrain has a long history and was once one of the centers of the ancient Dilmun Civilization. Due to its important geographical location, it has been a hub of commerce and trade since ancient times, having been under the rule of the Persian Empire, the Arab Empire, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and others. In 1971, Bahrain officially gained independence from British colonial rule. In 2002, Bahrain was transformed into a constitutional monarchy.
Bahrain is an Arab country, but it has a diverse culture, deeply influenced by Persian, Indian, and Western cultures. The official language is Arabic, but English is widely used, especially in the business and education sectors. Islam is the state religion, with Shia Muslims making up the majority, but the government is mainly controlled by Sunnis.
Bahrain's economy is mainly based on oil, finance, and trade. The oil industry is a pillar industry, but due to limited resources, the government is actively promoting economic diversification, developing the banking, tourism, and manufacturing industries. Bahrain is an important financial center in the Middle East, attracting a large number of international banks and investment institutions. It is known as the "Banking Center of the Gulf." In addition, Bahrain is one of the few countries in the Gulf region that allows gambling, attracting a large number of tourists.
Its liberal and open economic policies have made Bahrain an important gateway for foreign investment to enter the Middle East. It is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and maintains close economic ties with countries such as Saudi Arabia. Bahrain's international airport and port facilities are well-developed, serving as an important hub connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Bahrain has a relatively open society. Compared with its neighboring countries, there are fewer restrictions on women. Women can receive higher education, work, and even participate in politics. The country has a relatively lenient immigration policy, attracting a large number of foreign workers. Foreigners account for more than half of the population, mainly from countries such as India, Pakistan, and the Philippines.
Bahrain has a relatively high standard of living, with well-developed education and medical facilities. However, due to limited land resources, prices are relatively high, especially for housing and food. It has a tropical desert climate, with hot and dry summers and warm and pleasant winters, making it suitable for tourism.
Although Bahrain is small, it has a developed economy, diverse culture, and both historical heritage and modern vitality. With its liberal business environment, status as a financial center, and rich tourism resources, it holds a unique position in the Middle East region.
巴林，全称巴林王国，是位于中东波斯湾西南部的岛国，由巴林岛及周围30多个小岛组成，总面积约780平方公里，是海湾地区最小的国家之一。巴林北隔波斯湾与伊朗相望，西与沙特阿拉伯接壤，并通过长达25公里的法赫德国王大桥（King Fahd Causeway）与沙特相连，东南距卡塔尔约40公里。首都麦纳麦（Manama）是全国的政治、经济、文化中心。
巴林历史悠久，曾是古代迪尔蒙文明（Dilmun Civilization）的中心之一。由于地理位置重要，自古以来，这里一直是商贸枢纽，历经波斯帝国、阿拉伯帝国、葡萄牙、英国等多次统治。1971年，巴林正式脱离英国殖民统治，宣布独立。2002年，巴林改制为君主立宪制王国。
巴林是阿拉伯国家，但文化多元，受波斯、印度和西方文化影响较深。官方语言为阿拉伯语，但英语广泛使用，特别是在商业和教育领域。伊斯兰教是国教，其中什叶派穆斯林占多数，但政府主要由逊尼派掌控。
巴林的经济以石油、金融和贸易为主。石油工业是支柱产业，但由于资源有限，政府积极推动经济多元化，发展银行业、旅游业和制造业。巴林是中东地区重要的金融中心，吸引了大量国际银行和投资机构入驻，被誉为“海湾的银行业中心”。此外，巴林还是海湾地区少数允许博彩的国家，吸引了大量游客。
自由开放的经济政策使巴林成为外资进入中东的重要门户。它是海湾合作委员会（GCC）成员之一，与沙特等国保持紧密经济联系。巴林国际机场和港口设施完善，是连接亚非欧的重要枢纽。
巴林社会较为开放，与邻国相比，对女性的限制较少。女性可以接受高等教育、工作，甚至参与政治。国家实行较宽松的移民政策，吸引了大量外籍劳工，人口中外籍人士占比超过一半，主要来自印度、巴基斯坦、菲律宾等国。
巴林的生活水平较高，教育、医疗设施完善，但由于土地资源有限，物价较高，特别是住房和食品。气候属于热带沙漠气候，夏季炎热干燥，冬季温暖宜人，适合旅游。
巴林虽小，但经济发达，文化多元，兼具历史底蕴和现代活力。凭借自由的商业环境、金融中心地位以及丰富的旅游资源，它在中东地区占据独特的地位。