Bahrain-Saudi Arabia Causeway Opening (King Fahd Causeway) - 50 fils

Issued in 1986, this stamp commemorates the official opening of the Bahrain-Saudi Arabia Causeway, later known as the King Fahd Causeway, linking the State of Bahrain with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia across the Arabian Gulf. The design depicts an aerial view of the causeway stretching across the sea, together with portraits of the leaders of the two countries. Completed in 1986, the causeway became one of the most significant engineering projects in the Gulf region, providing a permanent road connection between the two nations.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Bahrain celebrated a landmark achievement in regional cooperation and infrastructure development. The issue highlighted the importance of improved transportation links in strengthening economic relations, facilitating travel, and promoting closer cultural and social ties between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.