Saudi Media Forum Set For February 2026 Under Custodian Of The Two Holy Mosques' Patronage

The Saudi Media Forum, under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, is set to take place in Riyadh from February 2 to 4, 2026. This event will see participation from over 250 companies worldwide, including media decision-makers and technology firms. The forum highlights Saudi Arabia's role as a global leader in media and digital transformation.

Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary expressed gratitude to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their continuous support of the national media sector. He stated that the Royal patronage significantly boosts the sector's performance, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 goals. This vision aims to enhance the knowledge economy and foster a competitive media environment.

The forum aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 by supporting content creation and promoting an innovative media sector. It serves as a platform for new visions that reshape regional media under Saudi leadership. The event also reflects the Kingdom’s stories and values globally with professionalism.

Al-Dossary noted that the forum will provide a global platform for dialogue among media professionals worldwide. The theme, "Media in an Evolving World," addresses significant changes where emerging technologies meet content creation. These shifts present challenges and opportunities, necessitating innovative strategies for sustainable media influence.

The upcoming edition aims to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s presence in regional and global media landscapes. It embraces modern technologies like artificial intelligence and extended reality while supporting regulatory environments for a more innovative media sector. The forum continues to be a hub for knowledge exchange and capacity building.

Salman Al-Dossary emphasized that the Saudi Media Forum has become an influential platform reflecting the Kingdom’s values worldwide. It supports developing enabling environments for impactful media sectors through high-level international participation, enhancing its role in shaping future media landscapes.

The forum underscores its commitment to fostering dialogue among global media professionals about major transformations reshaping modern media. By doing so, it contributes to developing a pioneering industry that embodies Saudi Arabia's ambitions for a sustainable future in media.

With inputs from SPA