Abu dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nayhan has issued a Federal Decree appointing Mohammed Saeed Rashid Al Shehhi as the Secretary-General of the National Media Authority, with the rank of Ministry Undersecretary. The Secretary-General will be responsible to the Chairman of the Authority for shaping, evaluating, and monitoring the UAE's media narrative, which contributes to enhancing the UAE's reputation and positive image.
According to Emirates News Agency, Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi will also be tasked with the early detection of media crises facing the UAE. His responsibilities include supervising the preparation of the Authority's policies, strategies, and legislation related to organizing and developing the national media sector in the country. This includes licensing media outlets and media activities.
Furthermore, Al Shehhi will oversee the Emirates News Agency (WAM) and organize the registration and accreditation of journalists and correspondents from foreign media outlets in the state, including those in the free zones. His previous roles include serving as the Secretary-General of the UAE Media Council and holding several leadership positions across the media, specialized zones, and sports sectors. He has been instrumental in implementing various media-sector development projects in the UAE and in the empowerment of national talent and capabilities in these fields.