DP World, a leading provider of global smart end-to-end supply chain and logistics solutions, has been announced as the Strategic Partner of ‘Arab Media Summit 2025’ by its organizer Dubai Press Club (DPC).
The summit, scheduled from 26-28 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The renewed partnership marks over 10 years of collaboration, highlighting a shared commitment to advancing regional media development while strengthening Dubai’s position as a hub for knowledge exchange and innovation.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem Group Chairman & CEO – DP World
“We are honored to renew our strategic partnership with the Arab Media Summit. This unique media platform plays a vital role in shaping the future of the Arab media landscape. Our continued support reflects our pride in contributing to Dubai’s ongoing progress and the UAE’s ambitious vision to lead in media development and innovation. At DP World, we are guided by the strategic vision of our leadership, which prioritizes innovation and future-readiness across all areas of development. As a technology-driven group, we see strong alignment with this year’s Summit themes—especially the integration of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence into the media ecosystem to unlock new opportunities and enhance content delivery.”
Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, and President of the Dubai Press Club, stated that, “This partnership underscores the importance of creating an environment that brings together leading voices in Arab media to explore ways to strengthen the sector, enhance its competitiveness, and keep pace with rapid technological shifts and the wide-ranging political, economic, and cultural changes taking place across the region and the world. Guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai continues to shape the future through collaboration and forward-looking efforts across all sectors. Media remains one of the most influential drivers of progress, and the commitment of our national institutions to supporting its growth opens new horizons for empowering Arab media to meet emerging global trends.”
Maryam Al Mulla, Acting Director of the Dubai Press Club, added that, “We value our renewed partnership with DP World, whose global presence and innovation-led model embody the spirit of ambition and progress that Dubai is known for. Their support as a strategic partner amplifies the impact of the Summit and aligns with our mission to highlight the UAE’s success story—a story that the media plays a vital role in telling the world.”
The event will gather leading political figures, writers, thought leaders, opinion-makers, media personalities and senior executives of leading Arab and international media organizations. In addition, the summit will feature inspiring Arab personalities across various fields, successful young content creators, digital storytellers and global media industry leaders.
The event serves as the platform for key events and initiatives organized by the Dubai Press Club, such as the Arab Media Forum (AMF), the Arab Youth Media Forum (AYMF), the Arab Social Media Influencers Summit (ASMIS), the Arab Media Award, the Arab Social Media Influencers Award, and the Ibda’a – Arab Youth Media Award.
