India-Saudi Arabia Strengthen Media Ties

On 20th February 2025, a high-level Indian delegation concluded a series of strategic meetings in Saudi Arabia, focusing on enhancing bilateral media partnerships and promoting India’s World Audio-Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025).

Key Points

Future of Media Exhibition: The delegation visited the “Future of Media” Exhibition (FOMEX) in Riyadh, exploring potential partnerships with global media organizations including MBC Group, Ekagami, Sony, and AIBD.
Bilateral Cooperation: Discussions were held with Saudi media leaders like Jomana R. Alrashid (SRMG CEO) and Assistant Minister Abdullah bin Ahmed Al-Maghlouth to boost media collaboration.
Broadcasting Synergies: Meetings with Saudi Broadcasting Authority CEO Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Harthi focused on collaboration in broadcasting technology and content exchange.
Film and Press Partnerships: Sessions with key figures like Hassan Al Asmari (Saudi Press Agency) and Fahad Suwayan (Saudi Film Commission) paved the way for cross-border content creation and distribution.
WAVES 2025: The summit, scheduled for May 2025 in Mumbai, aims to showcase cutting-edge advancements in digital entertainment, supported by Indian leadership and global partnerships.