AJMAN – – November 06, 2026 -- The Ajman Government Media Office will launch the inaugural Ajman Media Forum 2026 on 18 and 19 November, backed by seven strategic partners and built around the question "Who Owns the Signal?" The office unveiled the programme at a press conference at Thara Centre for Entrepreneurship.
Five themes cover AI, trust and the media economy
Executive Director Mohammed Abdullah Al Kaabi said digital platforms, algorithms, artificial intelligence and content creators now shape how information is produced, distributed and consumed, reducing the influence of traditional media institutions. The programme covers media transformation, AI in content creation, trust and disinformation, national reputation and government communication, and digital platforms and the media economy.
Seven institutions anchor the partner network
Partners are the National Media Authority, TRENDS Group, the Department of Economic Development – Ajman, Abu Dhabi Media Network, Arabian Radio Network (ARN), the Municipality and Planning Department – Ajman, and the Transport Authority in Ajman.
The Department of Economic Development is Creative Economy Development Partner. Its pavilion will showcase UAE-based creative media companies and target collaboration and investment opportunities. TRENDS Group will present its five companies, spanning research, consultancy, training, AI and foresight, and contribute to a keynote session.
The Municipality and Planning Department is Quality of Life and Urban Sustainability Sponsor and will present its AM30x30 agenda. The Transport Authority is Official Transport Partner, handling VIP and guest transport and hosting its own pavilion. Abu Dhabi Media Network will extend coverage across television, print and digital, while ARN covers radio and audio.
Mediathon and AI Media Lab put tools in participants' hands
The Mediathon will have participants work on real-world media challenges to develop practical projects and solutions. A roundtable of media leaders and decision-makers, supported by knowledge partner Statista, will draw on data and global indicators to produce actionable recommendations.
The AI Media Lab will run live demonstrations of AI-powered content generation and news verification. Ajman Studios will host interviews with media leaders, industry experts and content creators, and produce original content for distribution across multiple platforms.
China's media technology advances get a dedicated showcase
Chinese companies and institutions will present AI, media and content-creation technologies and applications, with the aim of strengthening UAE-China knowledge exchange and collaboration.