Ajman Government Media Office and Ajman Department of Economic Development Sign Partnership Agreement to Support the Creative Economy at Ajman Media Forum 2026

Ajman Government Media Office and the Ajman Department of Economic Development have signed a partnership and cooperation agreement for Ajman Media Forum “THE SIGNAL 2026”, under which the Department will participate as the “Creative Economy Partner”. The partnership aims to support Emirati creative media companies, strengthen the competitiveness of the business environment, and promote investment opportunities and innovative economic services in the emirate, in line with the objectives of Ajman Vision 2030.

The agreement was signed by His Excellency Mohammed Abdullah Al Kaabi, Executive Director of Ajman Government Media Office, and His Excellency Saif Ahmed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Economic Development. It forms part of efforts to strengthen institutional integration and cooperation to support the creative economy, empower national companies, and stimulate innovation and investment in promising economic sectors.

Under the agreement, the Department of Economic Development will sponsor a pavilion dedicated to Emirati creative media companies, enabling them to showcase their services, projects and innovative solutions, expand their professional and business networks, and explore opportunities for cooperation and investment partnerships. This will support their growth and sustainability and enhance their competitiveness. The pavilion will feature Emirati companies specialising in media, content creation, artistic production, advanced technologies and artificial intelligence solutions associated with the media and creative industries, providing an interactive environment that connects national companies with media institutions, investors and entrepreneurs.

The partnership also includes the Department’s participation in the “Ajman 2030” Pavilion, through a dedicated platform introducing the emirate’s economic strengths and investment opportunities, the facilities and digital services available for establishing and developing businesses, and the legislation governing economic and media activities. During its participation, the Department will highlight services and initiatives developed under the Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme, explaining their role in simplifying procedures, reducing requirements, accelerating transaction completion and enhancing the experience of investors and business owners. These efforts strengthen government service efficiency and contribute to a more agile and competitive economic environment.

As part of showcasing its digital transformation efforts and adoption of advanced technologies, the Department will participate in the AI Lab platform to promote its enhanced renewal service, developed using Agentic AI. It will present the service’s benefits and its role in advancing economic services and simplifying the customer journey through smart solutions that improve procedural efficiency and accelerate service delivery. This reflects the Department’s direction towards developing proactive and innovative government services that meet the aspirations of the business community.

The Department’s participation will also include a specialised introductory workshop to promote e-licences, highlight the new legislation governing them, and explain the economic activities they cover and their target groups. The workshop will also introduce the “Mu’lin” Permit service.

This integrated participation aims to showcase the Department of Economic Development’s efforts to advance its economic services ecosystem, raise awareness of innovative government initiatives, and encourage investors and business owners to benefit from digital services and AI-based solutions. It also seeks to open new channels of communication and cooperation with media and creative companies and technology institutions, supporting the attraction of high-value investments and stimulating the growth of future economic sectors in the Emirate of Ajman.

The agreement reflects Ajman Government Media Office and the Department of Economic Development’s commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships and integrating government efforts to support the growth of the creative economy, enable national companies to expand their operations, and encourage investment in media, technology and artificial intelligence. It also highlights Ajman’s economic strengths and competitive advantages, reinforcing its position as an attractive destination for investment, entrepreneurship and creative industries.

The signing comes as part of preparations for the Ajman Media Forum “THE SIGNAL 2026”, scheduled for 18–19 November 2026. The Forum will provide a platform for dialogue, the exchange of expertise and the presentation of the latest trends in media, content creation, technology and artificial intelligence. It will also explore economic and investment opportunities associated with these sectors, contributing to sustainable economic development and strengthening Ajman’s competitiveness at the local and regional levels.