Riyadh to host Saudi Media Forum 2026 under King Salman’s royal patronage

The fifth edition of the Saudi Media Forum will be held in Riyadh from February 2 to 4, 2026, under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz. The event will bring together over 250 media and tech companies from around the world.

Held under the theme “Media in a Shifting World,” the forum will address the evolving landscape of content creation, digital transformation and the integration of emerging technologies such as generative AI and extended reality in media production.

Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dosari said the forum has become a strategic platform for shaping the future of media in the region and globally.

“It serves as a space for Saudi narratives to be presented to the world with professionalism and clarity, while also supporting the Kingdom’s ambition to build a competitive, innovative media sector”, he noted.

Mohammed Al-Harthi, CEO of the Saudi Broadcasting Authority and president of the forum, emphasized the event’s focus on premium technologies, announcing plans for more than 100 panel discussions and workshops, along with an innovation zone showcasing broadcasting and production tools.

The forum will also see the signing of international agreements aimed at nurturing Saudi media talent and expanding global partnerships.

Backed by strong government support, the Saudi Media Forum continues to evolve as a major venue for dialogue, collaboration and professional growth in the global media industry.