Saudi Ministry of Media launches ninth ‘Media Oasis,' coinciding with Trump visit
The two-day event at Riyadh's Green Halls venue is showcasing new media technologies and includes a number of multi-zoned exhibitions within a 2,000-square-meter space, organizers said. It also aims to provide a dynamic platform supporting extensive coverage of Trump's visit, and highlight Saudi Arabia's rapidly evolving global image, they added.
More than 2,500 local and international journalists and other media professionals were expected to attend, making it one of the largest media-related gatherings in the region. It is held in collaboration with the Quality of Life Program, one of the key pillars of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 plan for national development and economic diversification.
The event features an 'Oasis Valley' zone set up to provide live coverage of the US president's visit. Another prominent feature is the 'Oasis Exhibition' zone, which offers in-depth information and insights about the transformative initiatives launched under Vision 2030.
There is also a focus on ongoing collaborative projects between the Kingdom and the US in sectors such as infrastructure and tourism. A dedicated exhibition marking 90 years of Saudi-American diplomatic relations traces the shared history of the two nations, highlighting pivotal moments in the relationship and shedding light on the cultural, political and economic foundations that have helped shape decades of cooperation.
In addition, four advanced studios have been created on-site to allow local and international TV networks to provide uninterrupted, professional-grade reporting.
Government agencies and other key Vision 2030 stakeholders actively involved in the event include the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition, the NEOM megacity project, New Murabba Development Company, Qiddiya Investment Company, and the official team behind Saudi Arabia's successful bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
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