Dubai Press Club Announces Leading National Institutions as Partners for Arab Media Summit 2026
Fahad Shabbir (@FahadShabbir) | August 23, 2026 | 07:30 PM
DUBAI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 23rd Aug, 2026) As preparations continue for the Arab Media Summit 2026, the Dubai Press Club (DPC), organizer of the event, has announced that nine leading national institutions have joined the list of partners for this year’s edition.
Scheduled to take place from 15th to 17th September 2026, the Summit 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.
The following institutions have been named partners:
- Mobility Partner: Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)
- Global Commerce Partner: Dubai Chambers
- Energy Partner: Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC Group)
- Trade and Economic Partner: Dubai Customs
- Airline Partner: Emirates
- Banking Partner: Emirates NBD
- Leading Partner: Dubai Courts
- Future City Partner: Dubai Municipality
- Telecommunication Partner: Emirates Integrated Telecom Company (du)
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 Organizing Committee, highlighted the importance of these partnerships. She noted that they demonstrate a deep understanding of the media’s role in shaping societies and guiding them towards the future, as well as the significance of the Arab Media Summit as the region’s largest media gathering.
She stated: “Our national institutions have helped build an exceptional success story that has earned global recognition and strengthened Dubai’s soft power worldwide. We are pleased to partner with a distinguished group of organizations that have contributed to shaping this inspiring story.”
Al Marri added: "These partnerships reflect a clear recognition of the media’s value in advancing development and a commitment to extending its positive influence across the Arab world. By adopting a competitive and forward-looking approach grounded in professionalism, integrity, and strong ethical values, Arab media can deliver impactful content that helps audiences keep pace with global progress and inspires them to play an active role in shaping the future.”
Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the board of Executive Directors of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), affirmed that the media is a key partner in the development journey. He contributed to knowledge transfer, raising public awareness, showcasing achievements, and keeping pace with economic, social, and technological transformations. Noting that the Arab Media Summit serves as a vital platform for dialogue, exchange of ideas, and collaboration among media professionals from across the region.
