UAE establishes National Media Authority to overhaul media regulation

The UAE has established the National Media Authority, consolidating three existing bodies to create a unified media regulator. This move aims to enhance national media coordination, governance, and international positioning. The Authority will oversee content standards, licensing, and professional accreditation, while strengthening the Emirates News Agency (WAM) as a global news source.

UAE establishes National Media Authority to overhaul media regulation
The UAE has established the National Media Authority, consolidating three existing bodies to create a unified media regulator. This move aims to enhance national media coordination, governance, and international positioning. The Authority will oversee content standards, licensing, and professional accreditation, while strengthening the Emirates News Agency (WAM) as a global news source.