- 11th consecutive year of collaboration to support the region’s leading media gathering, set to bring together 6,000 participants at Dubai World Trade Centre
DUBAI: The Dubai Press Club (DPC), organiser of the Arab Media Summit, has welcomed the renewed participation of DP World as a Strategic Partner for the upcoming edition of the Summit, scheduled to take place in September 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
The event will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council.
Partnership Highlights Media-Economy Synergy
Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, President of the Dubai Press Club and Chairperson of the Arab Media Summit Organising Committee, expressed appreciation for DP World’s continued support for the Summit.
Al Marri described DP World as one of Dubai’s leading economic institutions and a prominent global business representing the region, noting that the partnership demonstrates the strong synergy between the media and economic sectors in advancing comprehensive and sustainable development across the Arab world and beyond.
She said the longstanding partnership has contributed to the Summit’s evolution as a platform dedicated to strengthening Arab media, enhancing its competitiveness and expanding its influence and impact.
DP World’s Global Reach Strengthens UAE Soft Power
Al Marri highlighted DP World’s extensive international presence and its contribution to strengthening the UAE’s and Dubai’s global soft power.
“At a time of rapid global transformation, major economic institutions play a key role in enhancing nations’ soft power, framing their message and reinforcing their global standing,” she said.
She also praised DP World’s significant economic contribution and its extensive operations and investments across strategic markets in Africa, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
According to Al Marri, the company plays an important role in communicating the UAE’s message of goodwill and cooperation globally, while creating economic opportunities that support communities and contribute to their development aspirations.
DP World Extends Summit Partnership for 11th Consecutive Year
Essa Kazim, Chairman of DP World’s Board of Directors, said the company’s partnership with the Arab Media Summit for the 11th consecutive year reflects its strong belief in the importance of the gathering and its position as one of the Arab world’s leading media events.
He said the Summit provides an important platform for media professionals, political leaders and industry experts to exchange ideas and explore new approaches to strengthening the sector’s content, reach and global competitiveness.
“We are pleased to extend our collaboration as a Strategic Partner of the Arab Media Summit, which brings together leading political and media figures from the region and around the world,” Kazim said.
He expressed confidence that the Summit would generate new ideas and insights capable of strengthening cooperation, advancing Arab media leadership and enhancing the sector’s competitiveness globally.
Economic Institutions and Media Can Amplify Soft Power
Kazim further emphasized DP World’s contribution to strengthening the UAE’s and Dubai’s soft power through its international operations across six continents.
He said the combination of the global reach of major economic institutions and the influence of media can help strengthen confidence in future opportunities, communicate national values and contribute to sustainable development and stability.
Dubai Press Club Praises Longstanding Collaboration
Maryam Al Mulla, Director of the Dubai Press Club, said the renewed partnership with DP World builds on years of productive cooperation that has supported the continued growth and development of the Arab Media Summit.
She described the collaboration as a model of successful partnership, contributing to the Summit’s expanding reach, evolving agenda and increasingly diverse participation.
Al Mulla said the Summit remains committed to strengthening strategic partnerships as it broadens dialogue on the future of media and responds to the rapid transformations shaping the industry.
She added that the renewed cooperation with DP World would further strengthen the region’s leading media gathering by bringing together diverse expertise and experiences while addressing the aspirations of younger generations of media professionals and content creators.
2026 Summit Set to Become Largest Edition Yet
The Arab Media Summit 2026 is expected to mark a major milestone, becoming the largest edition since the launch of the Arab Media Forum in 2001.
This year’s Summit will feature 10 forums over three days, bringing together approximately 6,000 participants, including senior political and economic leaders, prominent media executives, leading Arab and international media personalities, editors-in-chief, writers, thinkers, content creators and influencers from across the Arab world and beyond.
With an expanded programme, the Summit will explore the full spectrum of media and address the major transformations shaping the industry.
The main programme will be complemented by a series of accompanying events aimed at advancing the strategic objectives of what has become the Arab world’s largest media gathering, while fostering dialogue, innovation, collaboration and new opportunities for the region’s media sector.
BY: The Times Union
