Dubai International Content Market 2024 Launches

The activities of the Dubai International Content Market 2024 kicked off yesterday in its seventh session, which will continue until November 13 at the Madinat Jumeirah Conference Center.

Wide participation of specialists The event attracts a group of global specialists and decision-makers in the fields of media production, entertainment, distribution and broadcasting services, and includes exclusive shows and interactive platforms that provide opportunities for communication and building strategic partnerships.

Market participants stressed the importance of the event in enhancing cooperation between Arab and international media companies, and opening new horizons for developing the content industry in the region.

Exchange experiences and new horizons

They pointed out that the event constitutes an ideal platform for exchanging expertise and opening new horizons for joint production and investment opportunities, thus enhancing the UAE’s position as a regional and global centre for the media content industry.

His Excellency Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Chairman of INDEX Holding, said that the Dubai Media Content Market is one of the most prominent specialized events in the UAE, and reflects the desire of the media community to enhance purposeful content and encourage young people to engage in this sector, noting that the exhibition opens up great investment opportunities and enhances a supportive environment for the development of the media industry in the UAE.

Demand for Turkish business For her part, Heba Karim, a consultant for the distribution of content for series and films, and founder of the Arab World Joint Production Salon, confirmed that there is a great demand for Turkish series in the Arab world, pointing out the importance of cooperation between Arab and Turkish companies to enhance joint production and increase Arab drama exports.

In turn, Adnan Al Mansouri, Director of Media Talent Development at Shams Agency, pointed out the importance of participating in the market to showcase Gulf and Emirati productions, stressing the role of the event in highlighting the opportunities available in global production markets.

Rashad Azizov, Head of the Department of Creative Industries and Digital Development of the Ministry of Culture of Azerbaijan, stressed that their participation in this event opens up opportunities for cooperation in the field of joint production and expanding Azerbaijan's relations with global markets, especially in the Middle East and Central Asia.

Mustafa Ilveli, Head of Sales and Advertising at TRT Sales, stressed that Dubai is a strategic center for expanding partnerships in the region, pointing to the success of the cooperation with Dubai TV and StarzPlay in the series “Salah El-Din Al-Ayyubi” and the great impact it achieved.

The current edition of the market is witnessing the attendance of more than 800 professionals from 50 countries, with the participation of 87 exhibitors. The event provides more than 1,300 business meetings dedicated to building partnerships in the field of content production, which strengthens its position as a major destination for professionals in this sector.