Saudi Media Forum 2026 Launches Speaker Announcements for 5th Edition
The Saudi Media Forum 2026 has launched a series of announcements unveiling the speakers for its upcoming fifth edition, which will take place in Riyadh from February 2 to 4 and will bring together distinguished media professionals, academics, experts, and specialists from around the world for in-depth sessions and open dialogues.
The anticipated list of speakers comprises prominent media figures with extensive influence on the global media landscape, such as editors-in-chief, renowned writers, and journalists who have covered pivotal events and whose work has shaped public opinion and guided media discourse.
These speakers have professional careers spanning more than four decades in journalism, including experience in newsrooms, editorial decision-making, and guiding media institutions through the technological and digital transformations shaping the industry.
The roster also includes academics and experts in media innovation and digital transformation, who lead development efforts at major global institutions and work on integrating artificial intelligence, extended reality, and data analytics into media content production and distribution systems.
Saudi Broadcasting Authority CEO and Saudi Media Forum President Mohammed Fahad Al-Harthi affirmed that the selection of speakers for the upcoming edition was the result of a thorough study based on precise criteria aimed at enriching dialogue and opening broader horizons for international integration.
Al-Harthi emphasized that the scale of international participation reflects the Kingdom’s growing stature on the global media map and strengthens its role as an influential soft power in shaping public opinion and trends. He noted that Saudi media is built on solid principles and deeply rooted professional experience, making it an active and influential partner in shaping both regional and international media landscapes.
The forum continues to consolidate its position on the global calendar of specialized events by bringing together top media expertise from around the world within an interactive knowledge environment that contributes to developing the media industry and expanding international partnerships.
In its previous editions, the forum has hosted high-profile figures such as former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, sports journalist Fabrizio Romano, and one of the world's leading photographers, Evan Vucci, reflecting its growing status as a prestigious international platform for media dialogue.
