Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — Minister of Media Salman Al-Dosari visited the headquarters of Al Arabiya Network in Riyadh on Sunday, following the network’s full relocation of its editorial, administrative, and operational divisions to the Saudi capital.

During the visit, Al-Dosari met with editorial and technical leadership at the network and reviewed the organizational structure, content production systems, and broadcasting operations.

He was briefed on the network’s editorial workflows and cutting-edge technology deployed across the facility’s three main studios and three control rooms.

Welcomed by Al Arabiya and Al Hadath General Manager Mamdouh Al-Muhaini and Deputy General Manager Zaid bin Kami, the minister toured the studios and newsroom areas, which are equipped with robotic cameras, virtual and augmented reality capabilities, and advanced live-broadcast systems operated by 230 staff members.

Al-Dosari also reviewed upcoming developments at the headquarters, including five additional studios and five new control rooms currently under construction.

The upgrades will feature media technologies being introduced for the first time, with the goal of improving content quality and enhancing visual storytelling for viewers.

The minister commended the network’s editorial vision and legacy, stating that since its launch over 22 years ago, Al Arabiya has played a pivotal role in elevating Arab awareness through its rational, professional tone and rejection of populism and sensationalism.

He stressed that Al Arabiya’s move to Riyadh represents more than a geographic shift — it marks a qualitative transformation that places the network at the heart of regional political and economic developments, allowing it to benefit from Saudi Arabia’s world-class media infrastructure.

Al-Dosari thanked Al Arabiya’s staff for their commitment and tireless work to complete the transition, praising their role in maintaining the network’s credibility and leadership in covering rapidly evolving regional and global events.

Al-Muhaini said the network’s official relocation to Riyadh marks a strategic milestone aligned with Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to expand its regional and global media presence.

He added that the move enhances the network’s access to decision-making centers, talent, and innovation opportunities.

Founded in 2003 with the slogan “To Know More,” Al Arabiya has built a global footprint with correspondents in key Arab and international capitals.