Doha – 1 December 2025 Al Jazeera Media Network and Es’hailSat have signed a Memorandum of
Understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation in satellite communication services, ground station infrastructure, and crisis and disaster management systems, to ensure the continuity of services and the enhancement of operations.
Mr Ibrahim Abdulla Al-Obaidli, Deputy Director General of Al Jazeera Media
Network, said, “This memorandum represents an important stage in the Network’s
ongoing efforts to remain up to date with new innovations and emerging
technologies in the sector. It is an additional step towards expanding Al Jazeera’s
broadcast reach and reinforcing its global presence.”
Mr Al-Obaidli added that the memorandum will contribute to further strengthening
the existing cooperation between Al Jazeera Media Network and Es’hailSat in the
field of satellite and terrestrial communications, ensuring continuity and reliability of
services. He affirmed that Es’hailSat is a key partner of the Network.
Commenting on the MoU, Mr Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, President and Chief
Executive Officer of Es’hailSat, said, “We are pleased to further strengthen our
partnership with Al Jazeera, bringing together the technical expertise of Es’hailSat
with the pioneering role of Al Jazeera Media Network in operating and managing
television and satellite channels. We fully understand Al Jazeera’s need for strategic
infrastructure in ground stations, crisis management solutions, and business
continuity systems.
Our aim is to collaborate and support this initiative, not only to
improve operational management, but also to enhance efficiency and resilience.”
The agreement reflects the desire of both parties to collaborate, exchange
expertise, and assess future projects, exploring and opening new horizons in
television and radio broadcasting, news gathering, and other supporting services.