8 Forums Under One Roof
Years of Impact
Panel Discussions
Speakers
About the Arab Media Summit
The Future Begins Today
AMS 2026 features leading forums focused on the developments transforming media and the creative economy. Reflecting Dubai’s role as a global media hub and a platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange and new ideas, the Summit drives the conversations defining the next era of the industry.
400+
Speakers
23
Countries
250
Media Organisations
35
Media Events
175
Sessions
25
Agreements to be Signed
"Dubai reinforces its position as a global capital for new media and digital innovation."
Distinguished Speakers at AMS 2026
H.E. Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
H.H Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority
H.E. Diaa Rashwan
Minister of State for Information
Arab Republic of Egypt
H.E. Maka Botchorishvili
Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
Georgia
H.E. Dr. Ramzan Al Nuaimii
Minister of Information
Kingdom of Bahrain
Dr. Naser Muhaisen
Undersecretary of the Ministry of Information
Head of the Center for Government Communication
State of Kuwait
Paul Bascobert
President of Reuters News
Massad Boulos
Senior Advisor to the President of the United States on Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs
H.E. Dr. Anwar Gargash
Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the United Arab Emirates
H.E. Hikmat Hajiyev
Assistant to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Head of the Foreign Policy Affairs Department
Presidential Administration
H.E. Dr. Khaled Zarour
Minister of Information
Syrian Arab Republic
H.E. Dr. Paul Morcos
Minister of Information
Lebanon
Pedro Vargas David
Chairman of Euronews
CEO of Alpac Capital
H.E. Noura Al Kaabi
Minister of State
United Arab Emirates
H.E. Abdulla Al Hamed
Chairman of the National Media Authority
UAE
Hala Gorani
Media Presenter
H.E. Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi
Chairman of the Defense, Foreign Affairs and Interior Affairs Committee
Federal National Council
H.E. Dr. Mohammad Hussein Al-Momani
Minister of Government Communication Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Phil Chetwynd
Global News Director
AFP
Award Ceremonies
Latest News & Highlights
10 September 2026
Dubai Press Club unveils agenda for Arab Media Forum 2026
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10 September 2026
Dubai puts Film and Gaming in front of 10000 media leaders at AMS 2026
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08 September 2026
Arab Media Summit 2026 launches new website to enhance visitor experience
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08 September 2026
Arab Media Summit 2026 to honour media excellence in the region
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06 September 2026
Arab Social Media Influencers Summit to explore future of digital influence and content creation
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06 September 2026
AMS 2026 to Host Euronews Forum for the First Time
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01 September 2026
Government of Dubai Media Office to organise DXB500 programme during Arab Media Summit 2026
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01 September 2026
Arab Media Summit 2026 to host book signings by noted writers and media personalities
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31 August 2026
Arab Information Ministers to Convene in Dubai for Arab Media Summit 2026
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29 August 2026
Internationally acclaimed content creator Yuji Beleza joins lineup of speakers at Arab Media Summit 2026
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28 August 2026
Mattar bin Lahej and eL Seed to discuss ‘The Power of Art in Storytelling’ at Arab Media Summit 2026
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27 August 2026
Arab Media Summit 2026 announces GCC Secretary General as keynote speaker
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27 August 2026
Arab Media Summit 2026 to host Euronews Chairman
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27 August 2026
Arab Media Summit 2026 to host globally renowned journalist Hala Gorani
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26 August 2026
Reuters President to participate in Arab Media Summit 2026
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25 August 2026
Lebanon’s Minister of Culture to deliver keynote address at Arab Media Summit 2026
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25 August 2026
Arab Media Summit 2026 to feature silver jubilee celebrations of the Arab Media Award
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11 August 2026
National Media Authority announced as ‘National Partner’ of Arab Media Summit 2026
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28 July 2026
DPC announces DP World as Arab Media Summit strategic partner for 11th straight year
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06 July 2026
Dubai Press Club Enhances Health Media Presence at the Closing of World Health Exhibition 2026
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06 July 2026
Dubai Press Club Unveils Key Features of the Largest Edition in the History of the Arab Media Summit and Major Developments for 2026
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06 July 2026
DPC Opens Submissions for 6th Edition of Arab Social Media Influencers Award
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