Ajman’s Ruler has issued a law establishing the “Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media,” merging two existing departments into a single entity.

Ajman Law No. 2/2025 combines the former Tourism Development Department and Culture and Media Department. Key aspects of the merger include:

• Transfer of all existing staff with preserved financial entitlements
• Retention of 2025 budget allocations from former departments
• Headquarters location in Ajman city
• Provision for new branches subject to Executive Council approval

The department’s responsibilities cover:

• Tourism:
  • Policy development
  • Event management
  • Facility licensing and classification
  • Investment promotion.

• Culture:
  • Heritage site management
  • Museum oversight
  • Arts development
  • Cultural preservation.

• Media:
  • Activity regulation
  • Licensing
  • Content supervision
  • Investment support.

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