Dubai: In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, has issued Decree No. (24) of 2025 to reconstitute the Board of the Dubai Media Council. The Council will be chaired by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai.
According to Emirates News Agency, the Decree appoints Mona Ghanem Al Marri as the Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, with Nehal Badri serving as its Secretary-General. Other appointed members include 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.
The law, effective from 15th April 2025, will be published in the Official Gazette. The reconstitution aligns with the expanded responsibilities outlined in Law No. (29) of 2024, granting the Council enhanced powers and a broader mandate. This development enables the Council to effectively implement strategies and development plans for Dubai's media sector, focusing on efficiency and agility to stay ahead of global advancements. The ultimate aim is to achieve high levels of competitiveness while adhering to international standards.
Additionally, the Decree aligns with the provisions of Decree No. (67) of 2024, which transitions the Dubai Film and TV Commission from the Dubai Development Authority to operate under the Council. It also approves the establishment of the Dubai Films and Games Commission by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Commission will now assume the mandate previously held by the Dubai Film and TV Commission, in line with the strategic objectives outlined in the legislation.
This move highlights Dubai's commitment to advancing the film and video game industries as essential elements of the new media landscape and the knowledge-based economy. There is a strong potential for growth in these sectors both locally and globally.
