Arab Media Forum to envision future of media across region
Two-day event will see a series of int er act ive workshops conducted by leading global media organisations
Dubai Press Club (DPC), organiser of the Arab Media Forum (AMF), on Saturday unveiled the agenda for the 2022 edition of the event, which will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, from 4-5 October at the Madinat Jumeirah.
This Forum, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, will honour outstanding Arab media professionals and organisations in three key media sectors, Journalism, TV and Digital Media, on the first day of the event .Organised under the theme ‘The Future of Media’, the region’s leading annual event for the industry is set to bring together more than 3,000 prominent regional and international media leaders, scholars, writers and experts who will address challenges facing sectors across the industry spectrum, including print, visual and digital.
Welcoming Forum participants from the Arab world and beyond, Sheikh Ahmed Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, said the event reflects the Dubai leadership’s vision of creating a hub for ideas and innovation that can open new avenues for progress. Under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the event has contributed to transforming the region’s media into an important player in sustainable development, he noted.
“Inspired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid’s vision, the Arab Media Forum has grown into a plaform for exploring how the media can voice the aspirations of the people and create a new prosperous future in the region. As the world goes through massive transformations, we are gathering together again this year to discuss how Arab media can navigate current challenges and discover fresh pathways for evolution. We are commited to supporting Arab media in enhancing excellence and developing the talent and innovation necessary for transforming it into a major force in the global media landscape,” he said.
Congratulating the Arab Media Forum’s organisers on the event’s remarkable 20-year journey, he expressed his deep appreciation for their steadfast efforts over the years. Dubai, he said, will continue to advance partnerships and promote a rich dialogue to develop Arab media into a catalyst for growth and positive change.
The largest gathering of Arab media stakeholders will take a close look at how new trends, technologies and advanced platforms and tools can enhance the positive impact of media in the region.
Key speakers at this year’s Arab Media Forum include Dr Anwar Bin Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President; Dr Ramzan Bin Abdullah Al Nuaimi, Minister of Information Affairs, Bahrain; Karam Gabr, President of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, Egypt, and John Casey, President and Managing Director of CNBC International.
Mona Al Marri, President of DPC and Chairperson of AMF’S Organising Commitee, said: “Since its inception 20 years ago, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, the Arab Media Forum has fostered constructive dialogue aimed at accelerating the sector’s development and raising its capabilities. Bringing together high-profile experts and global industry leaders, the Forum has facilitated extensive exchange of knowledge, ideas and insights between professionals, contributing to the growth of the region’s media.”
This year’s agenda will explore various aspects of traditional and new media in order to draw a road map for the future, she said. Through meaningful dialogue, we seek to define clear objectives to strengthen the competitiveness of Arab media at a time when the future is being shaped by digital technologies, she added.
Dr Maitha Buhumaid, Director of Dubai Press Club, said: “The Forum is holding its 20th edition amidst extraordinary transformations in the region’s media sector. AMF’S Organising Commitee was keen to focus this year’s discussions on how diverse media stakeholders can join hands to embrace change. The Forum provides the ideal space to take stock of reality and find solutions to challenges impacting the industry.”