H.E. Jassim Al Shirawi
Secretary General
International Energy Forum (IEF)
Jassim Alshirawi is the sixth Secretary General of the International Energy Forum (IEF), headquartered in Riyadh. He began his term on 1 January 2025 and is the first Secretary General from the Middle East.
The IEF convenes energy ministers from producing, consuming, and transit countries worldwide to foster dialogue on energy security, data transparency, and orderly, inclusive, affordable energy transitions.
With over 40 years of leadership in Bahrain’s energy sector, Mr. Alshirawi held senior roles at Bapco, the Ministry of Oil, and the National Oil & Gas Authority, and served as advisor to the Minister of Oil & Gas.
He helped establish Bahrain’s Sustainable Energy Centre, advancing renewable energy and efficiency plans. He also represented Bahrain in WPC Energy, the International Gas Union, OPEC, and the IEF. In 2019 he received the Order of National Action medal from His Majesty King Hamad for his lifetime contribution to Bahrain’s energy sector.
Participates in
EXECUTIVE PROGRAMME | Strategic Session
