Ahmed bin Mohammed chairs Dubai Media Council meeting, discusses need for policies to keep sector future-ready

Ahmed bin Mohammed chairs Dubai Media Council meeting, discusses need for policies to keep sector future-ready

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, said the rapidly changing local and international media landscape calls for a swift overhaul of organisational structures, regulations and legislations relating to the media sector in Dubai so as to keep pace with the rapid changes shaping the industry. His Highness added that such proactive steps would also enable media to convey their message objectively and cater to their audiences in keeping with international best practices and ethical standards.
His Highness’s remarks came as he chaired a meeting at the Dubai Media Council’s headquarters in the presence of Her Excellency Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, and Her Excellency Nehal Badri, Secretary General of the Council, along with Board members.
Sheikh Ahmed underscored the significance of redoubling efforts to develop a comprehensive blueprint outlining necessary policies to drive the media sector in Dubai that would help it stay abreast of swift technological advancements and harness breakthrough opportunities.
His Highness said that Dubai's legislative flexibility stands out as a shining example in the success it has achieved as a global business hub and preferred investment