emirates7 - The UAE hosted the 102nd meeting of the Permanent Committee for Arab Media in Abu Dhabi today, with key attendees including Ahmed Rashid Khattabi, Assistant Secretary-General and Supervisor of the Media and Communication Sector at the Arab League, and Abdulrahman bin Nasser Al Obaidan, Chairperson of the Committee, alongside representatives from various Arab nations.
Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Secretary General of the UAE Media Council, emphasized that the meeting reflects the strong bonds among Arab nations and their shared commitment to advancing Arab media to keep up with rapid developments. He stated that media plays a crucial role in shaping informed societies, strengthening international ties, and promoting shared human values. Al Shehhi highlighted the need for Arab media to become a leading global force, driving innovation and leveraging Arab resources and talents, particularly in the face of the digital revolution and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
He stressed that despite technological advancements, media remains fundamentally about humanitarian values, and Arab nations must focus on promoting tolerance, coexistence, and mutual respect, while combating hate speech, violence, and extremism. Al Shehhi also pointed out the interconnectedness of today’s global media landscape, calling for greater coordination among Arab nations to ensure that Arab media leaves a distinctive mark internationally, representing the aspirations of Arab communities and contributing to global dialogue.
Ahmed Rashid Khattabi praised the organizational efforts behind the meeting, which he described as vital to enhancing joint Arab media action. He noted that media is key to achieving development, promoting good governance, and fostering peace and tolerance, while rejecting extremism. Khattabi also highlighted the Arab League’s recent initiatives to modernize Arab media, such as addressing terrorism, embracing digital media and artificial intelligence, promoting media literacy, and building partnerships with major digital companies.
Khattabi expressed gratitude to the UAE for its hospitality and the collaboration with the Arab League’s General Secretariat, hoping the meeting would lead to practical recommendations for the Executive Office of the Council of Arab Information Ministers.
Maitha Majid Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Media Strategy and Policy Sector at the UAE Media Council, reviewed the UAE's efforts to promote joint Arab action, particularly through the Arab Electronic Media Committee, which it chairs. The meeting also discussed the Arab Media Action Plan abroad, updates to the Arab Electronic Media Committee website, and the role of Arab media in combating terrorism. Additionally, participants examined the Arab Media Map for Sustainable Development 2030, strategies to negotiate with international media companies, and ongoing efforts to enhance media literacy and professional development among Arab media professionals.
Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Secretary General of the UAE Media Council, emphasized that the meeting reflects the strong bonds among Arab nations and their shared commitment to advancing Arab media to keep up with rapid developments. He stated that media plays a crucial role in shaping informed societies, strengthening international ties, and promoting shared human values. Al Shehhi highlighted the need for Arab media to become a leading global force, driving innovation and leveraging Arab resources and talents, particularly in the face of the digital revolution and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
He stressed that despite technological advancements, media remains fundamentally about humanitarian values, and Arab nations must focus on promoting tolerance, coexistence, and mutual respect, while combating hate speech, violence, and extremism. Al Shehhi also pointed out the interconnectedness of today’s global media landscape, calling for greater coordination among Arab nations to ensure that Arab media leaves a distinctive mark internationally, representing the aspirations of Arab communities and contributing to global dialogue.
Ahmed Rashid Khattabi praised the organizational efforts behind the meeting, which he described as vital to enhancing joint Arab media action. He noted that media is key to achieving development, promoting good governance, and fostering peace and tolerance, while rejecting extremism. Khattabi also highlighted the Arab League’s recent initiatives to modernize Arab media, such as addressing terrorism, embracing digital media and artificial intelligence, promoting media literacy, and building partnerships with major digital companies.
Khattabi expressed gratitude to the UAE for its hospitality and the collaboration with the Arab League’s General Secretariat, hoping the meeting would lead to practical recommendations for the Executive Office of the Council of Arab Information Ministers.
Maitha Majid Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Media Strategy and Policy Sector at the UAE Media Council, reviewed the UAE's efforts to promote joint Arab action, particularly through the Arab Electronic Media Committee, which it chairs. The meeting also discussed the Arab Media Action Plan abroad, updates to the Arab Electronic Media Committee website, and the role of Arab media in combating terrorism. Additionally, participants examined the Arab Media Map for Sustainable Development 2030, strategies to negotiate with international media companies, and ongoing efforts to enhance media literacy and professional development among Arab media professionals.
