Abdulla Al Hamed Visits Huawei’s R&D Centre In Shanghai To Discuss Media Innovation Ahead Of BRIDGE 2025 Summit
Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE National Media Office and the UAE Media Council, recently visited Huawei's Research and Development Centre in Shanghai. This visit was part of preparations for the "BRIDGE 2025" Summit, a major event aimed at transforming global communication. The summit will take place in Abu Dhabi from 8–10 December 2025.
The delegation included Dr Jamal Mohammed Al Kaabi, Director-General of the UAE National Media Office. Their presence underscores a commitment to exploring how advanced technologies can be integrated with a human-centred approach to shape media's future. They were warmly received by Huawei executives, including Lv Yang Ming, President of Huawei Cloud Media Service Product Department.
During their visit, UAE officials engaged in discussions with Huawei's leadership team. The talks focused on potential collaborations in media, AI solutions, and applications in digital broadcasting, big data, and 5G services. Abdulla Al Hamed emphasised the importance of fostering cooperation between UAE media institutions and international developers to create intelligent media solutions that support Arabic language content.
The discussions also highlighted opportunities for knowledge exchange and expanding collaboration in digital broadcasting, smart education, and interactive platforms. These initiatives aim to enhance media capabilities while promoting cultural understanding and technological advancement.
The BRIDGE Summit is seen as a strategic platform for responsible cooperation. It will act as an open laboratory for developing new partnership models and joint investments that will shape the future of media. This initiative aims to position media not only as a profession but also as a driver of innovation and sustainable development.
The Shanghai visit is one of several preparatory stops leading up to the "BRIDGE 2025" Summit in Abu Dhabi. This event will gather decision-makers from media, technology leaders, and cultural influencers to foster a more balanced and innovative media landscape.
Exploring Huawei's Innovations
As part of their visit, the delegation toured Huawei's Lianqiu Lake R&D Centre. This facility showcases Huawei's latest innovations in media technology and smart education solutions. The tour provided insights into how these advancements could be integrated into future projects within the UAE.
"The BRIDGE Summit is a strategic incubator for responsible cooperation," said Al Hamed. "It will serve as an open laboratory for developing new partnership models and joint investments that will shape the future of media."
This visit reflects ongoing efforts to build bridges between UAE media institutions and international partners. By leveraging advanced technologies, these collaborations aim to create intelligent solutions that support cultural exchange and technological progress.
With inputs from WAM
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