The Ministry of Finance convened the second Financial Media Forum in Dubai, uniting top officials, media leaders, and financial experts under the theme “Shaping the Future of the Financial Sector: The Balance Between Influence and Responsibility.”
Held against a backdrop of global economic shifts, the forum drew over 100 participants and aimed to reinforce the role of media in promoting financial transparency, literacy, and sustainable development. It also sought to strengthen collaboration between the financial sector and media institutions.
Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, highlighted the UAE’s commitment to a transparent, digitally driven financial system that supports long-term growth.
“Media plays a vital role in enhancing financial awareness and communicating government policies effectively,”
he said.
Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry, stressed the importance of anticipating global financial changes through sound policies and public-private collaboration. He reaffirmed the Ministry’s focus on sustainability, efficiency, and integration in financial management.
The forum featured panel discussions on global financial trends, financial literacy, public-private partnerships, and government spending sustainability. Experts explored how financial awareness supports social stability and how media can simplify complex economic issues for the public.
Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi of the UAE Media Council noted that the digital era has reshaped media influence, making content creators key players in financial education. He called for a regulatory environment that empowers responsible content creation.
The event concluded with a student-focused session on international finance careers and a training workshop for journalists on financial data governance and reporting, underlining the forum’s role as a hub for knowledge-sharing and professional development.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
