BRIDGE Summit: UAE to Host World’s Largest Media, Content, and Entertainment Gathering: Abu Dhabi is set to become the global capital of media and creativity this December. The UAE National Media Office (NMO) has officially announced the launch of the BRIDGE Summit, the world’s largest platform for media, content, and entertainment. The inaugural edition will take place from December 8 to 10, 2025, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).
The landmark summit will bring together more than 60,000 participants, 400 global speakers, and 300 exhibitors. Attendees will include creators, producers, artists, publishers, entrepreneurs, investors, academics, and policymakers. With such scale, the summit will serve as the largest collective marketplace for global media and entertainment.
A Transformative Global Event
Spanning 1.65 million square feet, BRIDGE Summit 2025 will feature seven thematic tracks and host over 300 activities. These will include 200 panel discussions, 50 workshops, and interactive sessions designed to boost partnerships, inspire innovation, and strengthen global creative value chains.
“BRIDGE Summit is a transformative milestone for the global media and creative industries. It redefines the role of media, content, and creative platforms as strategic drivers of development, while strengthening national identity and opening new bridges of understanding and exchange between nations,” said Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE National Media Office, the UAE Media Council, and BRIDGE.
He further emphasized that content is the true capital of nations. According to him, the summit goes beyond economics and technology to highlight society’s ability to create meaningful and impactful narratives that shape markets and minds.
Bringing Together Global Media Ecosystems
The event will unite stakeholders across the cultural and media spectrum — including cinema, television, publishing, gaming, AR/VR, design, music, and performing arts. Both traditional and modern institutions, as well as universities and research hubs, will play a central role in shaping discussions.
Described as an “open laboratory,” BRIDGE Summit will provide platforms for innovators to connect with financiers, investors, and distributors. Special zones will showcase research, co-production labs, and dialogue sessions between regulators and industry leaders.
Exploring Future Trends
Each track will spotlight emerging global trends, from AI-driven creativity and immersive visuals to streaming economies, esports arenas, and omni-channel engagement strategies. These insights will equip businesses and creators with tools to navigate the rapidly changing media landscape.
Long-Term Cultural and Economic Impact
Organizers predict that the summit’s impact will extend well beyond its three days. It will stimulate economic growth in creative industries, attract international investment, and foster cross-border collaborations. Additionally, it aims to reinforce cultural diversity while positioning the UAE as a global hub for media and creative innovation.
With its scale, vision, and global participation, the BRIDGE Summit 2025 in Abu Dhabi is set to reshape the future of media and entertainment worldwide.
