The Ministry of Finance will host the second edition of the Financial Media Forum on May 1 in Dubai, under the theme “Shaping the Future of Financial Sector: The Balance Between Influence and Responsibility,” bringing together experts to promote transparency, financial literacy, and sustainable economic growth.
Organised in collaboration with media and educational institutions across the UAE, the forum will convene over 100 participants, including government officials, financial specialists, journalists, and university students. Representatives from more than 40 financial, media, and academic organisations are also set to attend.
The event will be inaugurated by Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance. Key speakers include Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Secretary General of the UAE Media Council, Mohammed Al Hammadi, Acting Director General of Emirates News Agency (WAM), and Ali Abdullah Sharafi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for the International Financial Relationship Sector at the MoF.
AlKhoori said the forum will serve as a strategic platform for financial and media professionals to exchange knowledge, empowering the community with insights essential for driving transparency and long-term economic sustainability.
Panel discussions will cover critical topics such as the future of the financial sector, public-private partnerships, sustainability, government spending, and the role of media in financial literacy. Special sessions will also focus on social welfare and financial awareness.
Interactive activities will feature a workshop on best practices in financial journalism, governance principles, and data analysis for media professionals. A dedicated session under the "UAE Global Cadres" Initiative will highlight training and employment opportunities for finance students in international institutions.
Building on the success of its first edition, the forum continues to strengthen public financial awareness in line with the UAE’s vision for a resilient and informed economy.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
