Dubai Media City receives Senior Delegation from South Korea’s Central Officials Training Institute

Press release

Published October 4th, 2011 - 07:50 GMT

Dubai Media City

A delegation from the Republic of Korea’s Central Officials Training Institute (COTI) visited Dubai Media City, a member of TECOM Investments Media Cluster, to gain insight into the free zone’s development since its inception 10 years ago.

COTI is a part of South Korea’s Ministry of Public Administration and Security. The visiting delegation comprised civil servants that are currently undergoing COTI’s New Leader Development Programme.

TECOM Investments is currently home to over 18 Korean companies across its various industry clusters. During their visit, the Korean team toured a few of these entities including Cheil MEA in Dubai Media City and the Korean Broadcasting System in Dubai Studio City.

The delegation also reviewed the state-of-the-art facilities at DMC that hosts over 1,400 companies, ranging from global media majors to promising start-ups. Senior DMC officials briefed the visiting delegation on the roadmap for establishing a thriving media community. A blueprint for developing a next-generation TV station that conforms to global broadcast standards was also shared with the visiting delegation members.

Background Information

Dubai Media City

A stimulating environment can inspire the next creative masterpiece. Dubai Media City (DMC), was launched in January 2001 to establish Dubai as the region’s leading media hub. DMC encompasses a media community of over 20,000 people working in over 2,000 regional and international media companies that are pushing the limits of creativity every day.

Company Profile

TECOM Investments

TECOM Group, (formerly known as TECOM Investments) a member of Dubai Holding, is a strategic business enabler that contributes to the realisation of Dubai’s economic aspirations, through the creation of sector-focused business communities and work environments that provide innovative ecosystems.

TECOM Group’s Business Communities reinforce Dubai’s position as a global hub for business and commerce. Covering six vibrant industry sectors, we offer a home in the region to 5,600 companies ranging from start-ups to multinational corporations with a total workforce of 90,000.