The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) organized a Ramadan event, attended by UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended, heads of government departments and local and foreign media professionals.

Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Mohammed underlined the importance of high standing local media and the competence of young Emirati leaders operating in this field, saying that it reflects the economic and cultural progress in the UAE.

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According to emirates24/7, Dubai Media Incorporated, one of the largest media groups in the Middle East, has announced the launch of two new media platforms to add to the organization's portfolio. ARA Dubai magazine and Dubai FM radio, are set for launch in the coming months.

The two new products will be launched in early September and will reflect the diversity of the DMI portfolio which extends to TV, Radio, Online and Print Media. ARA Dubai magazine and Dubai FM radio will constitute a new information window for Arab readers and listeners on issues relating to the various areas of daily life with modern, sophisticated and interesting entertainment content.

Expressing his thanks to Ahmad Abdullah Al Shaikh, Managing Director and General Manager of DMI Dhaen Shaheen, Executive Director of Press at Dubai Media Incorporated, said: "The introduction of the weekly magazine and the new radio station would be a qualitative addition to the national, regional and Arab media."

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Arabia Business reports that Abullatif Al Sayegh has stepped down as CEO of the Arab Media Group (AMG) after nine years with the company. “I am gone. This was on my own terms, with everyone’s approval, with everyone being happy. This is a company that I will be grateful to for the rest of my life. What an amazing opportunity I had – at this age to have all the knowledge that anyone would be dreaming (of having),” the 35-year-old said.

In October 2009, it was reported that Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI) had taken control of daily newspapers Emirates Business and its Arabic equivalent Al Emarat Al Youm from AMG after a resolution from ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Previously, AMG controlled 20 brands spanning television, radio, print, digital, outdoor advertising, printing and events.

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AME Info reports that Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI) is to provide a grant of $8m to the Syrian Public Authority for Radio and Television for the purpose of setting up a news centre for Syrian TV, reported the local WAM news agency.

The cash will also be used to train 20 staff and will enable the facility to be ready for the Arab Summit in Damascus next March.

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