Riyadh to Host Saudi Media Forum, Showcasing Media Innovation and Collaboration

RIYADH — Get ready for an exceptional media event as Riyadh prepares to host the Saudi Media Forum, providing an unrivaled platform to explore contemporary media practices and innovation.

Bringing together a diverse array of participants, including ministers, officials, ambassadors, academics, and media experts from across the globe, this highly anticipated forum is set to be the largest media gathering in the Middle East.

Mohammed Al-Harthi, president of the Saudi Media Forum and CEO of the Saudi Broadcasting Authority (SBA), emphasized the forum's dedication to fostering media development, inspiring creative ideation, and facilitating content generation.

Highlighting the pivotal role of media in public discourse, the forum seeks to foster successful collaborations, propelling media entities and institutions to both local and international acclaim.

Expect a captivating agenda filled with inspiring success stories from the media industry, thought-provoking discussions on the dynamics of media change, and invaluable insights into tackling challenges within an ever-evolving media landscape.

Of noteworthy mention, Mediaone TV, a licensed Indian TV channel under the Ministry of Media in Saudi Arabia, will proudly participate as one of the media partners in the accompanying Future Media Exhibition (FOMEX) this year. Mediaone CEO Roshan Kakkatt, along with the Middle East Manager and the Saudi team, will attend as guests at FOMEX.

Recognizing their achievements, the Saudi Broadcasting Authority (SBA) has granted Mediaone TV a booth (A54) to showcase their success within Saudi Arabia, across GCC nations, and in India.

Commenting on this collaboration, Mediaone TV CEO Roshan Kakkatt expressed that Mediaone TV's partnership in India serves as an exemplary effort in strengthening the historic cultural and economic relationship between India and Saudi Arabia, which is home to around 2 million Indians. The FOMEX participation will further propel Mediaone TV's growth in line with the ongoing changes in Saudi Arabia.

The Saudi Media Forum and Mediaone TV's participation in FOMEX pave the way for exciting advancements, meaningful collaborations, and progressive transformations in the media landscape.