Dubai: The Dubai Press Club has announced the full agenda for the Arab Media Summit 2025, set to run from May 26 to 28 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Bringing together over 6,000 participants and 300 speakers from across the Arab world and beyond.
The three-day event will spotlight the future of media, emphasizing transformative technologies such as artificial intelligence, the rising influence of social media platforms, and the growing role of film and gaming as economic drivers.
Featuring more than 175 sessions and 35 workshops, the summit aims to explore how regional media can adapt and thrive in an increasingly digital and data-driven landscape.
The agenda includes three flagship events: the Arab Youth Media Forum, the Arab Media Forum, and the Arab Social Media Influencers Summit, which will collectively address changes in media consumption, the importance of storytelling rooted in Arab identity, and the empowerment of young creators shaping the sector’s future.
Notable keynote speakers include global media personality Piers Morgan and Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, alongside high-profile Arab figures such as Lebanon’s Prime Minister, Syria’s Foreign Minister, and the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar.
A new addition this year is the Film and Gaming Forum, highlighting Dubai’s emergence as a creative hub for these industries.
The Dubai Press Club will also offer masterclasses in partnership with global platforms like Google, TikTok, Instagram, and Disney to align regional media with international best practices.
The summit will unveil the Arab Media Outlook 2025, providing data-driven insights into regional trends and investment opportunities, and will host three awards programs recognizing excellence in journalism and content creation.
The event is 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 Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council.
Sheikh Ahmed emphasized the summit’s strategic role in building a dynamic Arab media landscape that responds to global shifts and fosters impactful content reflecting regional identity and aspirations.
Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and Chairperson of the Organising Committee, highlighted the summit’s forward-looking agenda, focusing on AI, digital innovation, and the expanding film and gaming sectors.
The event features diverse speakers across its three days, including cultural advisors, government officials, media executives, and creative professionals, all contributing to a comprehensive dialogue on the future of Arab media.
