The Arab Media Summit 2024 featuring panel discussions and masterclasses aimed at advancing transformation and excellence in the media sector kicks off with the Arab Youth Media Forum.
Held under the patronage and in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the summit runs from May 27-29.
Among the inspirational speakers kicking off the event is UAE Minister of State for Youth, and history-making astronaut, Sultan Al Neyadi who will take to the stage for the main session titled ‘Aspirations of the Youth’.
Over 1,000 creative and media students will be in attendance, along with prominent Arab personalities, content creators, and global media industry leaders.
This year's edition focuses on equipping the next generation of media professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in the ever-changing media landscape.
Other notable speakers include His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and National Security Adviser.
Zaki Nusseibeh, Cultural Adviser to the UAE President and Chancellor of the United Arab Emirates University said the UAE sets an example as a model for tolerance and peaceful coexistence made the comments on the occasion of the UN International Day for Countering Hate Speech.
Central to the programme are site visits by management to employee workplaces, according to Major General Dr. Saleh Abdulla Murad, Director of the General Department of Human Resources.
The Director-General of General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs inspected operations at Dubai International Airport with a senior delegation.
The UAE has carried out its 50th drop of humanitarian aid to the Gaza strip on the first day of Eid Al-Adha. The Ministry of Defense announced the mission, which aims to contribute to the needs of the Palestinian people, and to alleviate their suffering.
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court and His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi received well-wishers on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha.