The Arab Media Summit 2025 opened in Dubai with a strong message: Arab media must rise to meet the ethical and technological challenges of a rapidly evolving world.
Attended by around 8,000 media professionals, policymakers, and thought leaders, the event reaffirmed its role as the region’s premier platform for shaping media strategy and dialogue.
Opening the summit, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar urged Arab media to confront harmful digital content, misleading portrayals of Islam, and the erosion of cultural values. He stressed the need for a unified Arab media strategy that defends truth, supports identity, and protects youth from the risks of unregulated technological change. He also highlighted efforts to introduce a global code of ethics for artificial intelligence.
The Prime Minister of Lebanon called for responsible journalism that resists bias and misinformation, warning that media today no longer just reflects reality but actively shapes it. He emphasised media's vital role in rebuilding public trust, especially in societies facing political and economic instability.
On the summit’s second day, Dubai Media Council leadership spotlighted the growing influence of artificial intelligence in journalism. Amid rising concerns over algorithm-driven narratives and fabricated content, speakers called for stronger safeguards, balanced reporting, and renewed trust between the public and the press.
Over three days, the summit continues to serve as a critical venue for advancing cooperation among Arab media institutions, with a shared goal of ensuring the region’s stories are told with integrity, accuracy, and purpose.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
