Saudi Media Forum, the largest specialized event in the media industry in Saudi Arabia, is set to take place in Riyadh from February 19 to 21.The annual event provides a platform for dialogue to discuss prominent global issues from a media perspective. It offers opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration among experts, decision-makers, and practitioners in the media field. The event also provides a unique experience to explore new media spaces, discuss the latest global trends in the sector, and stay updated on the latest technological innovations.This is complemented by the Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX), the largest content, technological, and production media exhibition in Saudi Arabia, featuring a variety of activities including sessions, seminars, and workshops.The forum will feature more than 200 speakers, including Boris Johnson, Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.It will also focus on how the industry is evolving in response to global shifts. Experts will discuss critical issues, such as adapting to the new media reality, overcoming sector challenges, and exploring strategies for maintaining investment viability. A key theme of this year’s forum will be the implementation of a sustainable approach to media management, as well as strategies to effectively address emerging challenges while fostering innovation.In addition, the forum will focus on the new concept of media management, delving into areas such as reconsidering the sources of media flows, re-evaluating media and resource management strategies, and identifying innovative solutions to drive the sector forward. This session will also explore how to foster resilience and adaptability within the rapidly changing media landscape.The event will culminate in a grand awards ceremony, where achievements across six key media categories will be recognized. The awards will celebrate excellence in journalism, broadcasting, digital media, and innovation, honouring those who have made significant contributions to the media sector.Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Harthi, Chairman of Radio and Television Authority and Chairman of Saudi Media Forum said: “The Saudi Media Forum in its fourth edition seeks to keep pace with the great momentum witnessed by the Kingdom at all levels and in various fields within Saudi Vision 2030. As His Highness the Crown Prince launched, the forum today is one of the specialized international media forums in foreseeing the future of media, developing it, and exploring its latest technologies by providing opportunities for companies and individuals to develop their media capabilities and learn about the latest developments in this changing industry. It exchanges local and international experiences, in addition to creating a vital and effective community for learned lessons that responds to changing the Kingdom’s story through media, so that Saudi media in all its institutions and outputs keeps pace with the path of national development and the Kingdom’s ambitious vision.” […]
