Central Informatics Organization of Bahrain

Central Informatics Organization of Bahrain (CIO) was established first in October 1967 under the supervision of Ministry of Finance and National Economy. Its name was "Statistics Office" and its objective was to provide necessary information about the Kingdom. From the date of independence the Government took in its consideration the improvement and development of the Statistics Office to provide information and data which serves the process of development. The vision of the CIO is highest standard of living for citizens through comprehensive, secure, accurate and timely information and services.