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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
UAE enacts new media laws: What you need to know
Image: X/ UAEGOV A wide-reaching new media law has officially come into force across the United Arab Emirates as of May 29, 2025, bringing with it a detailed framework for media regulation and enforcement. The law, announced by the UAE Media Council, targets violations across traditional and digital platforms with fines that can reach up to Dh1 million, and even Dh2 million for repeat offences. This move strengthens the UAE's focus on accountability, respect, and professionalism in media, with updated licensing rules, strict content standards, and clarified consequences for misinformation, religious or moral violations, and threats to national security. Major Offences and Corresponding Penalties The law breaks down violations into several categories, each with clearly defined penalties scaled by severity and recurrence: 1. Religious and moral violations Insulting religious beliefs or the divine being: Up to Dh1,000,000 Violating public morals or promoting destructive ideologies: Up to Dh100,000 Content inciting crimes such as murder, rape, or drug abuse: Up to Dh150,000 2. Offences against the state and national security Disrespecting national symbols, the system of governance, or state institutions: Dh50,000 to Dh500,000 Offending domestic or foreign policy: Dh50,000 to Dh500,000 Undermining foreign relations or social cohesion: Up to Dh250,000 3. Licensing violations Operating without a licence: First offence: Dh10,000 Repeated offence: Dh40,000 Failure to renew a licence within 30 days: Dh150 per day, up to Dh3,000 Transferring a licence or making unauthorised changes: Up to Dh20,000 Publishing with an expired licence: First offence: Dh10,000 Repeated offence: Dh20,000, doubled with each recurrence 4. Misinformation and publishing offences Disseminating false information: First offence: Dh5,000 Repeated offence: Dh10,000 Organising or obstructing a book fair without a permit: Dh40,000 (doubles with recurrence) Printing or publishing media materials without a licence: Dh20,000 (doubles with recurrence) 5. Foreign Correspondents Unlicensed operations: Up to 3 written warnings Repeated offence: Dh10,000 In serious or repeated cases, the law allows temporary closure for up to six months, permanent shutdown, or revocation of licences or permits. 20 binding media content standards To ensure clarity and consistency, the UAE Media Council issued 20 mandatory content standards for all media entities and professionals. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo These are designed to protect national interests, societal values, and individual rights, and are derived from Federal Media Law No. 55 of 2023 and its executive regulations. The 20 Standards Are: Respect for the divine, Islamic beliefs, other Abrahamic religions, and all faiths, no offence permitted. Respect for the UAE's system of governance, national symbols, institutions, and the supreme interests of the state. Respect for domestic and foreign policies of the UAE. No content that damages the UAE's foreign relations. Preserve cultural heritage and national identity. No content that undermines national unity or social cohesion. Prohibition of sectarian, tribal, or regional incitement; no promotion of violence, hate speech, or terrorism. Adherence to societal moral values and protection of public interest. No content that discredits the legal, economic, judicial, or security systems. Respect for individual privacy and private life. Strict ban on inciting or promoting criminal acts, including murder, rape, or drug use. No offensive images, language, or illustrations that violate public decency or harm children/youth. Ban on false news or forged documents falsely attributed to individuals or entities. No content that harms the national currency or undermines the country's economic reputation. No spreading of rumours or disinformation. Ban on glorifying or promoting hostile political, racial, ideological, or social groups. Media programmes must carefully select guests and participants to uphold public policy and professionalism. Advertising must respect the UAE's culture, identity, and values. Adherence to age classifications as approved by the Media Council. Full compliance with child protection laws and national legislation concerning minors. Advertising and media programme guidelines The Council stressed that advertising content must align with the UAE's national values, respect cultural sensitivities, and strictly follow age rating classifications. Advertisers and media producers are expected to safeguard child rights, ensuring no harmful messaging is directed at young audiences. Failure to comply with these advertising and programming standards can result in: Official warnings Fines up to Dh1 million Doubled penalties for repeated violations within a year (Not exceeding Dh2 million) Temporary closures (up to six months) Permanent shutdowns and licence revocations, depending on severity Law's broader purpose The new media law is part of the UAE's ongoing effort to align domestic media regulations with international standards. It is designed not just to penalise, but also to protect—ensuring a safe, respectful, and responsible media environment for professionals, influencers, and the public alike. It marks a firm step toward professionalising the media sector, protecting public values, and ensuring that information shared in the UAE remains accurate, respectful, and nationally coherent.
Dubai Eye
04-05-2025
- Science
- Dubai Eye
UAE to introduce AI in public school curriculum
Artificial Intelligence will be taught to public school students "from kindergarten to grade 12" starting the 2025-26 academic year. Making the announcement on Sunday, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said it is part of the "UAE's long-term plans to prepare future generations for a different future (and) a new world". "Our goal is to teach our children a deep understanding of AI from a technical perspective, while also fostering their awareness of the ethics of this new technology, enhancing their understanding of its data, algorithms, applications, risks, and its connection to society and life. "Our responsibility is to equip our children for a time unlike ours, with conditions different from ours, and with new skills and capabilities that ensure the continued momentum of development and progress in our nation for decades to come," Sheikh Mohammed said. As part of the UAE's long-term plans to prepare future generations for a different future, a new world, and advanced skills, the UAE government today approved the final curriculum to introduce 'Artificial Intelligence' as a subject across all stages of government education in the… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) May 4, 2025 Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of Education, said the "new AI curriculum (will) seamlessly integrates into current school schedules, requiring no additional class time" and will feature "age-appropriate learning modules". She explained that the seven key areas covered will include "data and algorithms, software application, ethical awareness in AI, real-world AI applications, AI-driven innovation and project design and AI policies and social engagement". Teachers will be provided comprehensive resources from the Ministry of Education. It will include "activities, templates and ready-to-use lesson plans adaptable to diverse class settings". — UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) May 4, 2025
TAG 91.1
04-05-2025
- Science
- TAG 91.1
UAE to introduce AI in public school curriculum
Artificial Intelligence will be taught to public school students "from kindergarten to grade 12" starting the 2025-26 academic year. Making the announcement on Sunday, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said it is part of the "UAE's long-term plans to prepare future generations for a different future (and) a new world". "Our goal is to teach our children a deep understanding of AI from a technical perspective, while also fostering their awareness of the ethics of this new technology, enhancing their understanding of its data, algorithms, applications, risks, and its connection to society and life. "Our responsibility is to equip our children for a time unlike ours, with conditions different from ours, and with new skills and capabilities that ensure the continued momentum of development and progress in our nation for decades to come," Sheikh Mohammed said. As part of the UAE's long-term plans to prepare future generations for a different future, a new world, and advanced skills, the UAE government today approved the final curriculum to introduce 'Artificial Intelligence' as a subject across all stages of government education in the… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) May 4, 2025 Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of Education, said the "new AI curriculum (will) seamlessly integrates into current school schedules, requiring no additional class time" and will feature "age-appropriate learning modules". She explained that the seven key areas covered will include "data and algorithms, software application, ethical awareness in AI, real-world AI applications, AI-driven innovation and project design and AI policies and social engagement". Teachers will be provided comprehensive resources from the Ministry of Education. It will include "activities, templates and ready-to-use lesson plans adaptable to diverse class settings". Ministry of Education introduces AI curriculum in public schools starting from 2025-2026 academic year — UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) May 4, 2025
Campaign ME
22-04-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
Cannes Lions picks Khaled AlShehhi as first government sector juror in 72-year history
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has selected Khaled AlShehhi, Executive Director of Marketing and Communication at the UAE Government Media Office, to join its jury panel, making it the first time that a government sector representative from across the globe has been chosen for this role in the festival's 72-year history. The appointment of Khaled AlShehhi to the prestigious PR Lions Awards jury, reflects the festival's recognition of the UAE's achievements in shaping innovative, forward-thinking marketing communications. This also marks the first time that an Emirati national has been chosen as a juror for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Commenting on the appointment, Simon Cook, CEO of LIONS, said, 'We are delighted to welcome Khaled AlShehhi to the PR Lions jury. His innovative work in government communications and ongoing commitment to creative excellence in the region and beyond, means he is well placed to represent the region on the global stage.' The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has announced the selection of Khaled AlShehhi, Executive Director of Marketing and Communication at the UAE Government Media Office, as the first government sector representative worldwide to join the jury of this prestigious… — UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) April 21, 2025 'The UAE Government Media Office's consistent success at Cannes Lions – winning for three consecutive years and the UAE's ranking at eighth – within the global Top 10 – in the Cannes Lions Global Creativity Index highlight the remarkable strides the nation has made in recent years,' Cook added. The UAE Government Media Office has earned more than 220 international accolades, including multiple Cannes Lions awards, a fourth-place global ranking in the Effie Index for effective marketing, and recognition as the 2022 Global Brand of the Year by the AME New York Festival. AlShehhi has also been widely recognised across the industry. He was named Advertising Person of the Year at Dubai Lynx 2023 and earned the 2023 Loeries Marketing Leadership and Innovation Award, becoming the first Middle Eastern recipient in that show's 45-year history. Among his other accolades are the 2022 Effie MENA Honorary Award and the 2022 World Media Group Award for Content Leadership and Innovation. He also serves on the Board of the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) in the Middle East and North Africa, and is a member of the Strategic Council of the Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA), actively contributing to the growth and development of the region's communications industry. Reacting to his appointment as a Cannes Lions juor, Khaled AlShehhi, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications at the UAE Government Media Office, said, 'It is a privilege to join the Cannes Lions jury, an opportunity that not only underscores our organization's achievements globally but also highlights the UAE's belief in the power of creativity to shape impactful government communications. For me, true creativity begins with a heart-racing insight, and it only grows stronger when you dare to bring it to life. if an idea doesn't shake you a bit, it's probably not bold enough to capture hearts and transform realities.' AlShehhi added, 'I look forward to sharing our perspective and learning from the world's finest PR campaigns. I am grateful to work in an environment that consistently nurtures bold ideas and encourages pioneering strategies. This culture of innovation enables us to produce campaigns that resonate locally and globally, and I hope to bring those insights to the jury table.' As a juror, he will join leading global professionals at Cannes Lions this June to evaluate groundbreaking PR campaigns, culminating in the Awards Show on 20 June 2025. This appointment stands as a testament to the UAE's creative influence and its increasing leadership on the international stage.
TAG 91.1
20-02-2025
- Business
- TAG 91.1
UAE ranked among major global soft powers
The UAE has retained 10th place in the Global Soft Power Index 2025, reflecting its growing influence on the world stage. Its Nation Brand also saw a significant rise in value, reaching $1.223 trillion in 2025. The index, published by Brand Finance, evaluates 193 countries based on insights from over 173,000 business leaders, policymakers and civil society figures. The UAE ranks in the top 10 in several key categories, including 2nd in 'Ease of Doing Business', 4th in 'Future Growth Potential and Generosity', 7th in 'A Strong and Stable Economy', and 9th in 'International Relations' and 'Influence in Diplomatic Circles'. It also ranked 10th in 'Investment in Space Exploration'. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, affirmed that under President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's leadership, the UAE continues to strengthen its global presence, fostering development and stability. This Index is the world's most comprehensive study on perceptions of nation brands, providing an in-depth analysis of the evolving status of Soft Power as nations navigate significant global changes and challenges. The United States and China are the most influential Soft Power nations in the world, while the UK is ranked 3rd, followed by Japan (4th), and Germany (5th). The #UAE ranks among the world's top 10 in the 2025 Global Soft Power Index, underscoring its expanding global impact.🇦🇪 — UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) February 20, 2025
