The upcoming Arab Media Summit, scheduled from September 15 to 17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, will feature the distinguished presence of Jassim Mohammed Al Budaiwi, the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) as a keynote speaker. This event, 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, and guided by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, promises to be a significant gathering for media professionals.
The Importance of Al Budaiwi’s Participation
Al Budaiwi’s involvement in this year’s summit holds particular importance given the pivotal role of the GCC amid rapidly changing geopolitical dynamics and emerging challenges that necessitate heightened levels of coordination and collaboration. His insights are expected to enrich discussions centered around the future of media in a complex regional and international landscape.
Statements from the Organising Committee
H.E. Mona Ghanem Al Marri, the Deputy CEO and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and Chair of the Organising Committee for the Arab Media Summit, welcomed Al Budaiwi’s attendance. She emphasised that his background in diplomacy and extensive vision regarding regional transformations will significantly enhance the summit’s dialogues. Al Marri stated, “The GCC represents a solid model of coordination, integration, and joint action, and media is an essential part of this framework. We are confident that engaging with a political and diplomatic figure of Al Budaiwi’s stature will provide crucial perspectives on discussions regarding the future role of media.”
A Diverse Gathering of Media Professionals
This year’s summit will host over 200 of the most prominent media and intellectual leaders from outside the UAE. Participants will include editors-in-chief, media institution leaders, content creators, influencers, technology experts, and academics, attracting around 10,000 media professionals and stakeholders from across the Arab world. More than 400 speakers from the Arab region and beyond will share unique media insights through over 175 discussion and dialogue sessions, exploring the future of media sectors globally.
As anticipation builds for the Arab Media Summit, the contributions of distinguished figures like Jassim Al Budaiwi serve not only to illuminate pressing topics but also to inspire meaningful dialogue that shapes the landscape of media in the coming years.