Federal decrees name leadership team for National Media Authority

Tuesday, 6 January 2026 22:24

By ARN News Staff

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued two federal decrees announcing leadership appointments at the National Media Authority.

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed has been appointed Chairman of the authority and Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi as Vice Chairman.

Al Hamed previously chaired the UAE Media Council and the National Media Office, holding senior roles in media, healthcare and energy.

Al Shehhi served as Secretary-General of the UAE Media Council and has extensive experience in media, specialised zones and sports.

UAE President appoints Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed as Chairman of National Media Authority; Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi as Vice Chairman#WamNews https://t.co/HmYV2hyLJC pic.twitter.com/54tQO8Yyyk
— WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) January 6, 2026

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