VOICED: Dubai hopes to become new hub for the world's media

Dubai Media City attracts global media outlets like CNN, BBC, and Aljazeera. Decision Maker TV, a smaller broadcaster, thrives due to the ease of broadcasting. Despite over 500 channels, a few dominate the audience share, leaving others to compete for a small market. Qatar and Iran are advancing their media capabilities, aiming for greater influence in the Arab world.

Which major media networks have established bases in Dubai Media City?

• RT, France 24, and NHK

• Fox News, NBC, and Sky News

• ABC, CBS, and NBC

• CNN, BBC, and Aljazeera

What is a significant advantage of broadcasting from Dubai Media City?

• Expensive licensing fees

• Limited access to technology

• Minimal bureaucratic requirements

• High government involvement

What percentage of the audience share do the top 50 channels in Dubai Media City hold?

• 100%

• 95%

• 75%

• 50%

What is Qatar's upcoming development in the media sector?

• Launching its first satellite

• Building a new media city

• Partnering with Dubai Media City

• Introducing new broadcasting laws

How might Iran's media strategy change in the near future?

• By reducing its media presence

• By promoting its politics through media

• By collaborating with Saudi Arabia

• By focusing solely on local content