Al Arabiya News Channel
Riad Kahwaji is a seasoned expert in defense and security affairs with extensive experience in the media and consultancy sectors. Currently serving as a consultant for defense and security at Al Arabiya News Channel and as a contributing editor for Breaking Defense covering the Middle East and GCC, Riad is also the founder and CEO of INEGMA/SEGMA and the publisher of SDArabia. With a background that includes roles as the Middle East Bureau Chief for Defense News and CEO of INEGMA, Riad has a profound understanding of global security issues. Academic qualifications include an Applied Doctorate in Global Security from American Military University, an MA in War Studies from King's College London, and a BA in Mass Communication from Phillips University.
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Al Arabiya News Channel
Al Arabiya News Channel Al Arabiya news channel was launched in 2003 as the 24/7 free-to-air news and current affairs satellite outlet. Al Arabiya soon became the news source of choice for Arabs seeking credible news and information about the Middle East and the world beyond. Al Arabiya’s reputation for sober and balanced reporting now extends beyond its natural geographic and cultural domain, i.e. the Middle East. A number of renowned international news organisations and research institutes interested in the Arab and Islamic worlds regularly monitor Al Arabiya. Al Arabiya runs an extensive global network of correspondents and reporters to provide its audiences with the latest updates, scoops, interviews, and exclusives. With nearly 30 offices around the world and large-scale presence in several key countries such as Iraq, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, and Yemen, Al Arabiya enjoys a competitive edge in providing on-the-ground, first hand coverage of major events of relevance to its audience and the world at large. Al Arabiya’s charter embodies an independent editorial policy based on providing its viewers with a speedy news service and balanced analysis that is thoughtfully accurate, comprehensive and objective.