– The new platform provides global news and analysis in the fields of economy, finance and business to millions of Arabic speakers around the world
Dubai, January 15 , 2023: CNN announced Today announced the launch of CNN Al -Eqtisadiah, the specialized digital platform, which aims to become the trusted source for news, facts and analysis in the fields of economy and business for Arabic speakers all over the world . The new platform covers a wide range of sectors, Which includes sustainability, green economy, cryptocurrency, real estate development, energy, technology, and others . CNN news can be followed online through its website CNNBusinessArabic.com And on social media platforms .
The new platform is under the management of the International Media Investments ( IMI ). ) and in partnership with CNN global business, and benefits from IMI’s extensive regional and digital knowledge and CNN ‘s newsgathering capabilities . The platform complies with the editorial standards of both Global Media Investments and CNN In a way that guarantees accuracy and integrity in reporting the news and benefiting from the extensive experience of its correspondents in the world of economy and global markets .
The launch of the platform coincides with the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, which is held under the theme of cooperation in a divided world . Within the framework of the first week’s programs, the platform presents a diverse series of nine parts, including interviews with high-level personalities, as well as specialized programs and interactive illustrations dealing with the most important international topics, including the climate change crisis and its broad consequences, food and energy, the risks of global economic recession, and the digital future .
Provides CNN ‘s newsroom Breaking news about major markets and sectors 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as well as rich content through video programs and podcasts . The platform focuses on experts in the field of business and gives the audience the opportunity to access distinguished content that presents news in a clear and simple way for all . The platform offers daily programmes, such as “Share of the Day” ; weekly programmes, such as The Decision Makers, which features exclusive interviews with business leaders; and monthly programs such as “Techno-Economy” and “ 10X “, which explores the world of metaverse, the startup sector, and more .
Featuring the CNN team Al -Eqtisadiah is a group of distinguished journalists with extensive experience thanks to their work in various parts of the Middle East and North Africa region, led by Editor-in-Chief Maher Shmaitly, who has more than 25 years of experience in the field of journalism. He will supervise the general editorial line of the platform, including news, reports and analysis, and the editorial team will benefit CNN has great content and media capabilities Globalism.
Commenting on this topic, Maher Shmaitly said : “ The launch of the platform marks a defining moment for us, and we are committed to providing high-quality content to inspire and empower Arabic-speaking audiences around the world, in a way that makes CNN Their reliable news platform in the field of economy and business .
For his part, said Phil Nelson, chief operating officer of CNN Global Business: “ The launch of the new platform represents an outstanding step in supporting CNN’s business and economics content And the Arabic-speaking audience from all over the world became more interested in the CNN platform Economic. We wish the Global Media Investments Company success in this project, and we look forward to working with the platform team to give the Arab public a new way to access news and information through a variety of digital platforms .”
The platform provides innovative, interactive and data-driven visual content via the CNN app The economy and its website and pages on social media . The content forms offered by the platform include short videos as well as audio content (podcasts) for social media with a focus on programs related to personal finance, investment and professional advice .
