**Dubai**: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is the Strategic Sustainability Partner for the Arab Media Summit 2025, highlighting media’s role in sustainability and innovation at the event from May 26–28 at Dubai World Trade Centre, underlining UAE leadership’s vision for sustainable development.
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority Partners with Dubai Press Club for Arab Media Summit 2025
The Dubai Press Club has officially announced that the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will serve as the “Strategic Sustainability Partner” for the Arab Media Summit 2025. Scheduled to take place from May 26 to 28 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, this event will occur under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. This partnership not only signifies a collaborative effort but also reflects the growing recognition of media’s essential role in sustainability and development.
The Arab Media Summit 2025 is poised to be a milestone event in the media landscape, featuring key discussions, workshops, and recognitions such as the Arab Media Forum, Arab Youth Media Forum, and the Arab Social Media Pioneers Summit and Award. These gatherings attract some of the most influential voices in the region, including senior officials, prominent political figures, and a diverse range of media professionals. The expectation is that over 6,000 attendees will participate, all contributing to a dialogue about the future of media in the Arab world.
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of DEWA, highlighted the importance of this partnership by stating that it aligns with the vision of the UAE leadership, which sees media as a crucial tool for raising awareness and fostering creativity. He noted that DEWA’s involvement in the summit represents a commitment to sustainability, particularly in relation to the Fourth Industrial Revolution and advances in artificial intelligence. He believes that media plays a pivotal role in supporting sustainable development and addressing significant economic and environmental challenges.
The previous year’s summit, for which DEWA also served as the Sustainability Strategic Partner, underscored the authority’s ongoing dedication to social responsibility and the critical role of media in promoting sustainable practices. This continuity of partnership illustrates DEWA’s intent to steadily enhance its engagement with media platforms, aiming to showcase its contributions to the UAE’s leadership in climate action and energy transformation.
Muna Ghanem Al Marri, Vice President and Managing Director of Dubai Media Council, praised DEWA’s commitment, stating that the alignment of national institutions with media amplifies their contributions to societal development. She asserted that the collaborative efforts of DEWA and Dubai Press Club not only uphold the emirate’s exemplary standards but also inspire collective action toward achieving sustainability.
Moreover, Mariam Al Mulla, Acting Director of Dubai Press Club, emphasised the relevance of sustainability in today’s development agendas. She pointed out that DEWA’s partnership bolsters the summit’s aim to ensure the media positively contributes to pressing issues that impact Arab societies. This collaborative approach nurtures a culture of innovation, providing a platform for young media professionals to introduce fresh ideas that can advance the Arab media landscape.
As Dubai enthusiastically embraces sustainability, the insights generated from this summit are anticipated to resonate well beyond the event itself. The combination of media engagement and a focus on sustainable practices establishes a framework within which the region can build a more resilient and innovative media industry that champions progress and supports vital global challenges.
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Source: Noah Wire Services
- https://www.emaratalyoum.com/local-section/other/2025-05-07-1.1942466 – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://www.dewa.gov.ae/en/about-us/media-publications/latest-news/2024/05/dewa-announced-as-sustainability-strategic-partner-of-22nd-edition-of-arab-media-forum – In May 2024, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) was announced as the Sustainability Strategic Partner for the 22nd edition of the Arab Media Forum. The forum, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, took place from May 27 to 29 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event aimed to foster a deeper understanding of vital issues shaping the development of the Arab world’s media, with DEWA’s support highlighting its commitment to social responsibility and the media’s role in addressing sustainability.
- https://www.dewa.gov.ae/en/about-us/media-publications/latest-news/2023/09/dewa-signs-agreement-with-dubai-media-incorporated – In September 2023, DEWA signed an agreement with Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI) during the Arab Media Forum 2023. This partnership aimed to promote effective collaboration and support the strategic goals of both parties. The agreement emphasized the media’s role in highlighting DEWA’s contributions to the UAE’s global leadership in climate action and accelerating sustainability, aligning with the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050.
- https://www.dewa.gov.ae/en/about-us/media-publications/latest-news/2023/09/dewa-announced-as-strategic-partner-for-21st-edition-of-arab-media-forum – In September 2023, DEWA was announced as the Strategic Partner for the 21st edition of the Arab Media Forum, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum from September 26 to 27 at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. The forum aimed to bring together political figures, writers, thought leaders, and media personalities to discuss the future of the region’s evolving media landscape. DEWA’s support underscored its commitment to strengthening the media’s role in regional development and industry excellence.
- https://mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2024/july/30-07/ams – In July 2024, the Dubai Press Club announced the Arab Media Summit 2025, scheduled from May 26 to 28 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Under the directives and patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the summit is set to draw 6,000 participants, including prominent political figures, writers, thought leaders, media personalities, and senior executives of leading Arab and international media organizations. The event will feature the Arab Media Forum, the Arab Youth Media Forum, and the Arab Social Media Influencers Summit.
- https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-press-club-announces-dates-for-the-arab-media-summit–2025-1.103660254 – In May 2024, Gulf News reported that the Dubai Press Club announced the dates for the Arab Media Summit 2025, scheduled from May 26 to 28 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The summit, under the directives and patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is set to be the Middle East’s largest media thought leadership platform, drawing 6,000 participants, including prominent political figures, writers, thought leaders, media personalities, and senior executives of leading Arab and international media organizations.
- https://www.wam.ae/en/article/b4f7naq-dubai-press-club-organise-arab-media-summit-from – In May 2024, the Emirates News Agency reported that the Dubai Press Club announced the Arab Media Summit 2025, scheduled from May 26 to 28 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Under the directives and patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the summit is set to be the Middle East’s largest media thought leadership platform, drawing 6,000 participants, including prominent political figures, writers, thought leaders, media personalities, and senior executives of leading Arab and international media organizations.
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Freshness check
Score:
9
Notes:
Published on May 7, 2025, reporting on an upcoming event (May 26–28, 2025). No outdated references; details correspond to current leadership roles and recent partnerships. This is a news report, not a press release.
Quotes check
Score:
7
Notes:
Direct quotes from Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Muna Ghanem Al Marri, and Mariam Al Mulla appear in the narrative. These are consistent with official DEWA and Dubai Press Club communications, but the earliest references of these specific quotes could not be independently traced online. This may indicate original sourcing from official statements, not repeated from older articles.
Source reliability
Score:
8
Notes:
The narrative originates from Emarat Al Youm, a well-established UAE daily with editorial oversight. Reference map points to official sources like DEWA, WAM (UAE official news agency), and Dubai Press Club, bolstering reliability.
Plausability check
Score:
8
Notes:
Claims about partnership, event dates, and leadership roles are consistent with official announcements and recent UAE media coverage. The scenario is plausible and aligns with previous DEWA collaborations, though some minor details may require confirmation with official sources.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative is current, credible, and plausible. It cites reputable sources and includes direct quotes that appear to originate from official statements. No significant red flags found regarding originality, reliability, or context.
