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The UAE Media Council just held its third meeting of the year to discuss major new policies. These plans are all about keeping up with changes in global media. A big focus is on supporting local content to help the national economy. The council wants to make sure the UAE stays a leading player in the media world.

Key Points: UAE Media Council Advances National Content and Economic Plans

  • Council reviewed a framework to increase local media's contribution to the national economy
  • New policies aim to preserve Emirati identity and promote culture globally
  • Initiatives will empower media innovators and entrepreneurs in the UAE
  • The meeting aligns media strategy with the nation's future aspirations and global standing
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UAE Media Council holds third meeting

The UAE Media Council, chaired by Abdulla Al Hamed, met to approve new policies for boosting local media content and reinforcing the sector's economic role.

"The coming stage will introduce innovative initiatives and incentives designed to promote local content - Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed"

Abu Dhabi, September 23

The UAE Media Council Board of Directors convened its third meeting of 2025, chaired by Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE National Media Office and Chairman of the UAE Media Council, to discuss key policies, legislations and initiatives for advancing the media sector.

Al Hamed reiterated that these policies and legislations come within the framework of keeping pace with the rapid transformations in the global media landscape, while strengthening the role of the media as a vital sector that contributes to supporting the national economy and aligns with the state's future aspirations.

He underlined that the coming stage will introduce innovative initiatives and incentives designed to promote local content and ensure the UAE's leading global standing in the media sector.

During the meeting, the council reviewed the local content enablement framework, a central pillar of the new policies, aimed at increasing the contribution of local media content to the national economy by supporting its production and development, strengthening its role in preserving national identity and promoting Emirati culture globally, and empowering innovators and entrepreneurs in media and innovation.

The meeting was attended by members of the UAE Media Council, including Sheikh Abdullah bin Humaid Al Qasimi, Director of Ras Al Khaimah Ruler's Court; Maryam AlMheiri, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Media Office; Tariq Saeed Allay, Director-General of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau; Nasser Muhammed Al Yamahi, Director-General of Fujairah Culture and Media Authority; Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Secretary-General of the UAE Media Council; and Maitha Majed Al Suwaidi, Executive Director of the Media Strategy and Policy Sector and Secretary of the UAE Media Council Board. (ANI/WAM)

- ANI

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Rohit P
UAE's media strategy is impressive. They're building a complete ecosystem - from policies to entrepreneurship support. Hope our Indian media councils take note of such comprehensive planning.
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Sarah B
While the initiatives sound good, I hope they ensure freedom of expression alongside content regulation. Media policies should balance national interests with creative freedom.
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Arjun K
UAE-India media collaboration can be a game-changer! With so many Indian professionals working there, we should explore joint content production opportunities. Bollywood meets Arabic media could create magic! ✨
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Vikram M
The focus on local content is crucial in today's globalized world. UAE understands that media is not just entertainment but a tool for cultural diplomacy. India should ramp up our soft power initiatives too.
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Michael C
Interesting to see how nations are adapting media policies for the digital age. The UAE's approach seems forward-thinking, especially the emphasis on supporting innovators and entrepreneurs.

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