His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today ratified and issued Law 1/2018, following its endorsement by the Shura Council and the Representatives Council.

Under the law, some provisions of Decree-Law 21/2001 promulgating the Commercial Companies Law were amended.

The Prime Minister and ministers –each in their capacity- shall implement the law which takes effect a day after its publication in the Official Gazette.