At the IBC international exhibition, the Arab Satellite Communications Organization (Arabsat) has been selected by the Saudi Broadcasting Authority (SBA) as the Strategic Partner of the Saudi Media Forum, which will be held under the gracious patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, from February 2 to 4, 2026 in Riyadh.
The Saudi Media Forum is one of the most prominent media platforms in the Arab world, bringing together leading media executives, international experts, and decision-makers to discuss the future of media and communications, while also showcasing the latest innovations and technologies shaping the industry.
Commenting on the announcement, Dr. Badr Al-Suwaidan, CEO of Arabsat, said: “Being chosen as the Strategic Partner of the Saudi Media Forum 2026 reflects the distinguished position Arabsat has achieved regionally and globally. It also demonstrates our firm commitment to supporting the Saudi media industry and enhancing its international presence, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.”
Eng. Hatem Abu Nasif, Vice President for Engineering Affairs and General Supervisor of Strategic Planning and Development at the Saudi Broadcasting Authority, stated: “Our partnership with Arabsat in this global event represents a strategic step to strengthen the Kingdom’s media infrastructure and advance content distribution mechanisms to the highest technical standards. This will further enhance the Forum’s role as a leading platform for the media industry in the Arab world.”
The upcoming edition of the Forum will provide a global stage for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and the establishment of strategic partnerships that will help shape the future of media in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world.
