The board of the Dubai Media Council has been granted enhanced powers and a broader mandate under a new degree.
It was issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The move is aimed to effectively implement strategies and development plans for Dubai’s media sector, focusing on efficiency, agility and staying ahead of rapid global advancements.
Mona Ghanem Al Marri will step in as Vice Chairperson and Managing Director, and Nehal Badri as Secretary-General.
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, will continue to chair the Council.
Hala Badri, Malek Sultan Al Malek, Aisha Abdulla Miran, Abdullah Humaid Belhoul, Mohammed Ali Lootah, Younes Abdulaziz Al Nasser, Khalfan Juma Belhoul, Issam Abdulrahim Kazim, Mohammed Sulaiman Al Mulla, and Aref Mohammed Amiri will also be part of the board.
The Dubai Film and TV Commission will fall under the Dubai Media Council, and a newly formed Dubai Films and Games Commission will advance Dubai’s film and video game strategy.
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