Local media have a vital role to play in UAE’s development, says Mona Al Marri

Local media have a vital role to play in UAE’s development, says Mona Al Marri

Dubai: The local media have a vital role to play in the sustainable development of the country, a top government official has stressed. Speaking to Gulf News in an exclusive interview as the 20th Arab Media Forum kicks off in Dubai today, Mona G Al Marri, Chairperson of the Dubai Council for the Future of Media, said, “His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, recognised very early that the media sector was a vital stakeholder in developing the nation’s sustainable economy and driving knowledge-based growth. Local media organisations have been very strong partners in supporting the UAE’s development journey.” She said, “The local media’s objective news coverage has conveyed an authentic and accurate picture of Dubai’s achievements and global competitiveness to the rest of the world. I believe they will continue to play a stellar role in telling untold stories and creating conversations that can help catalyse sustainable development.” She said the Arab world’s prominent media thought leaders, decision makers, influencers and professionals are gathering together at the Arab Media Forum for the 20th edition of the event to engage in a dialogue on accelerating the sector’s