Bahrain mulls plan to revive pearl industryA plan to revive and showcase Bahrain’s pearl industry is being studied by councillors, a report said. Pearl merchants, known as Tawaweesh in Bahrain, will be allowed to display their products at a new market in Muharraq as More… |
Women 'strength of Bahrain pearl industry'The historic role of Muharraq women is being championed as the main reason behind a strong pearl-diving industry, thanks to their strength in maintaining a tightly-knit society. Their achievements are highlighted in a study by Nooh Khalifa More… |