The countdown is on for the BRIDGE Summit, billed as the world’s largest gathering of media, cultural and creative industry leaders, set to take place in Abu Dhabi from December 8 to 10.
Organised by the UAE National Media Office, the summit will welcome over 60,000 participants and feature more than 400 global speakers and 300 exhibitors, making it the biggest marketplace for media, content and entertainment worldwide.
Spanning seven content tracks across six zones, spanning 1.65 million square feet at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), BRIDGE Summit will offer 300+ activities, including panel discussions, workshops and interactive sessions aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation across sectors.
The event will spotlight everything from cinema, music and publishing to gaming, AI and immersive tech — bringing together creators, entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers to shape the future of global media.
Chairman of the UAE National Media Office, Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, says the summit will redefine the role of content as a strategic driver of development and global understanding.
Registration is now open at worldmediabridge.com.

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