The new appointments advance Dubai’s goal of becoming a hub for creative, high-quality media by strengthening the local industry, boosting global partnerships and empowering youth and Emirati talent.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence of the UAE and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has issued two executive council resolutions appointing new chief executives within the Dubai Media Council.
Under Executive Council Resolution No. (92) of 2025, Hesham Mohammed Abdulrahim Al Olama has been named CEO of the Media Development Sector at the Dubai Media Council. Resolution No. (93) of 2025 transfers Rashid Humaid Saeed Al Marri from the Government of Dubai Media Office and appoints him as CEO of the Media Regulation Sector at the Council. Both decisions take effect from November 1, 2025, and will be published in the Official Gazette.
Her Excellency Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, expressed her sincere appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan for the trust he has placed in two exceptional Emirati professionals whose proven competence has prepared them for this responsibility. She noted that the appointments reflect the leadership’s commitment to building a unified framework that advances the development of Dubai’s media sector.
Her Excellency emphasised the significance of this step in supporting the Council’s work under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, to advance the media sector with the support of national talent.
She also noted that the Dubai Media Council is the official authority overseeing media sector in accordance with Decree No. (66) of 2024. The Council follows international best practices in shaping its policies, while responding to technological advancements and evolving media platforms that require flexible and adaptable regulation.
The appointments reinforce Dubai’s ambition to position itself as a global centre for media innovation and high-quality content creation. They also support efforts to strengthen local media institutions, build international partnerships, enhance sector-wide collaboration, and empower Emirati youth to take on leadership roles in shaping the future of media.
The Council’s priorities include driving sector development through executive programmes, establishing clear regulatory frameworks to ensure a competitive media environment, and investing in human capital by identifying and developing promising talent. Its initiatives aim to cultivate a new generation of skilled Emirati media professionals capable of producing content that meets international benchmarks.
