Media
In an Evolving World

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
February 2 - 4, 2026

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About FOMEX

Global Media Leaders Under Royal Patronage

Under the generous patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud – may Allah protect him – the Saudi Media Forum 2026 and FOMEX Exhibition will be launched in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing together the largest regional and international platform that gathers media leaders, decision-makers, and global experts. The event highlights the future of media and digital transformation, showcases the latest broadcasting and production technologies, and reinforces the Kingdom's position as a leading global hub in the media industry.

  • ✔️ Interactive sessions and practical workshops
  • ✔️ A tech exhibition for the latest media solutions
  • ✔️ Opportunities for networking and strategic partnerships
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The Future Of Media And Talent Development In A Changing Media Landscape
The Future Of Media And Talent Development In A Changing Media Landscape
A Modern Media Economy That Supports Growth And Digital Sustainability
A Modern Media Economy That Supports Growth And Digital Sustainability
Global Media Challenges And Ways To Address Them
Global Media Challenges And Ways To Address Them

Featured Speakers in 2026

Michael Ratney
Michael Ratney

Senior Adviser, Center for Strategic and International Studies

Ben Smith
Ben Smith

Co-founder & Editor-in-chief of Semafor

Julie Pace
Julie Pace

Senior Vice President & Executive Editor, Th Associated Press

Tony Gallagher
Tony Gallagher

Editor-in-Chief of The Times newspaper

Juan Senor
Juan Senor

President of Innovation Media Consulting and Media Consultant

Charles Hallab
Charles Hallab

CEO of U.S.A - Saudi Business Council

Maya Manna
Maya Manna

Deputy Editor-in-Chief, RT, Head, RT Arabic TV Channel

Vincent Peyrègne
Vincent Peyrègne

Formar Chief Executive Officer World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers

Con Coughlin
Con Coughlin

Executive Defence and Foreign Affairs Editor at The Daily Telegraph

Martin Aguirre
Martin Aguirre

Editorial Director in EL PAIS

Ahmed Nadeem
Ahmed Nadeem

Secretary-General of the ABU

Karen Elliott House
Karen Elliott House

Former Reporter, Editor, and Publisher at The Wall Street Journal

Brendan Quinn
Brendan Quinn

Managing Director at International Press Telecommunications Council (IPTC)

Daya K. Thussu
Daya K. Thussu

President of International Association for Media and Communication Research (IAMCR)

Sam Barnett
Sam Barnett

Chief Executive Officer at CME

David Abraham
David Abraham

CEO of Wonderhood Studios

Douglas Scott
Douglas Scott

Co-Founder of KYNETIC

Soren West
Soren West

CEO MENA at TAIT

Louis Hernandez Jr.
Louis Hernandez Jr.

Owner and chairman of Grass Valley

Charlotte Leslie
Charlotte Leslie

Director of The Conservative Middle East Council

Featured Speakers in 2025

His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud
His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin…

Minister of Energy

Boris Johnson
Boris Johnson

Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

His Excellency Mr. Mohammed bin Mazid Al-Tuwaijri
His Excellency Mr. Mohammed bin Mazid…

Advisor in the Royal Court, Chairman of the National Transformation Program Committee,…

Raju Narisetti
Raju Narisetti

Global Publishing Director at McKinsey & Company.

Yuliana Slashcheva
Yuliana Slashcheva

Chairwoman of SMF Animation and Expert in Media and Government Relations.

Shekhar Kapur
Shekhar Kapur

Film Director

Neil Crompton
Neil Crompton

British Ambassador to Saudi Arabia

Dr Bertold Heil
Dr Bertold Heil

CEO of organizations like RTL Group, ProSiebenSat

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Our partners

National and international partners contributing to the forum’s success

Nabd Media Partner
Diriyah Season Legacy Partner
AWJ STUDIO Communication Partner
Ideation Media Partner
Expo Future Partner
Saudia Cargo Logistics Partner
Human Capability Development Program Award Sponsor
NITX Technology Partner
Elixir Technology Technology Partner
Red Sea Gold Sponsor
PCG Creativity Partner
Manga Productions Creativity Partner
HUMAIN AI Technology Partner
Film Commission Creative Partner
Thmanyah Media Partner
SRMG Media Partner
Jaco Media Partner
Arabsat Gold Sponsor
AP Media Partner
Warner Bros. Discovery Future Partner
Mawhiba Knowledge Partner
AlArabiya Media Partner
MBC Media Partner
Rotana Media Partner
Royal Commission for AlUlA Strategic Sponsor
STC Digital Enabler
Nabd Media Partner
Diriyah Season Legacy Partner
AWJ STUDIO Communication Partner
Ideation Media Partner
Expo Future Partner
Saudia Cargo Logistics Partner
Human Capability Development Program Award Sponsor
NITX Technology Partner
Elixir Technology Technology Partner
Red Sea Gold Sponsor
PCG Creativity Partner
Manga Productions Creativity Partner
HUMAIN AI Technology Partner
Film Commission Creative Partner
Thmanyah Media Partner
SRMG Media Partner
Jaco Media Partner
Arabsat Gold Sponsor
AP Media Partner
Warner Bros. Discovery Future Partner
Mawhiba Knowledge Partner
AlArabiya Media Partner
MBC Media Partner
Rotana Media Partner
Royal Commission for AlUlA Strategic Sponsor
STC Digital Enabler

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