Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, has stated that the UAE has become a global media magnet thanks to the strategic, landmark projects and initiatives adopted by the nation across 2020, primarily the launch of the Emirates Mars Mission Hope Probe , and Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, the signing of the Abraham Accords Peace Agreement, and the successful management of the COVID-19 pandemic despite its repercussions on the global economy.
Sheikh Mansour made the statements during the first meeting held by the National Media Team following its formation under a cabinet decision recently.
WAM His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, has held the first meeting of the UAE s National Media Team.
During the session, Sheikh Mansour highlighted the growing global media spotlight on the UAE, especially in 2020, as a result of the strategic projects launched by the country.
He also expressed confidence in the local media s ability to keep pace with future developments.
The National Media Team, which includes the heads of prominent media outlets in the UAE, was formed in November.
It has been established with the aim of developing a renewed strategic vision for the Emirati media, and operates under the UAE Government Media Office.