UAEU is Academic Partner of Arab Media Summit 2026

The Dubai Press Club (DPC), organiser of the Arab Media Summit, has announced a strategic partnership with the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), naming it the Academic Partner for the Summit’s 2026 edition.

The announcement coincides with UAEU’s Golden Jubilee celebrations marking 50 years since its establishment.

The Arab Media 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 Sheikh Ahmed Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, from 31st March to 2nd April 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

The partnership reflects the shared commitment of both institutions to support the transformation of the media sector and strengthen collaboration between academic institutions and media organisations.

It also reinforces Dubai’s position as a regional and global hub for media dialogue, industry development, and future-focused digital trends. The collaboration will enhance the academic and knowledge dimension of the Summit by leveraging UAEU’s research expertise, academic programmes, and talent development capabilities, while enabling students and academics to engage directly with global media leaders and decision-makers.

Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Chancellor of UAEU, said the university’s support for the Summit represents a natural extension of its national mission and its long-standing commitment to advancing Arab media as a driver of knowledge, cultural dialogue and social awareness. He stressed that the future of media and the future of education are increasingly inseparable, with universities playing a decisive role not only in graduating students, but in shaping critical thinkers and future media leaders able to navigate a rapidly evolving global information landscape.

WAM