Hainan Opens Middle East Media Center
As the provincial government launches a communication outpost in Dubai, it partners with an outlet CMP previously identified as having close ties to China’s foreign affairs ministry.
The National Media Office (NMO) is a federal media authority in the United Arab Emirates, established by decree of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in January 2023 and affiliated with the Chairman of the Presidential Court. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, the NMO develops the UAE’s national media ecosystem, coordinates among media agencies, and enhances the country’s regional and international media presence. Its functions include training Emirati media leaders, managing strategic communications, representing the UAE at media events, conducting media research, and promoting the nation’s values, culture, and official stances. The Emirates News Agency (WAM) reports to the head of NMO.