Al-Sahli details 13 sites for 289 food trucks

The article focuses on organizing the activity of food carts in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It reveals a study indicating approximately 400 commercial registrations for this activity, with around 150 licenses issued by the traffic authority. It has been shown that there are health challenges, including some vendors failing to adhere to hygiene and storage standards, as well as technical risks arising from the use of electrical connections and generators that do not meet safety requirements, thereby threatening public safety. Additionally, it has been observed that some carts have been converted into stationary restaurants and are exploiting government lands illegally, which negatively impacts the overall appearance and creates unfair competition with legitimate businesses. Officials emphasized the need to establish a comprehensive regulatory system that designates permitted locations, ensures activity safety, regulates fees and licensing rights, maintains aesthetic appeal and safety standards, and balances granting permission for the activity with protecting the interests of traders and consumers.