During his visit, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed learned about the vision of the Digital Media City and its role in new media fields, as it is considered a high-tech complex for digital technology and modern technologies in the fields of media content and digital means of broadcasting. The city is distinguished by its modern infrastructure, strategic location, and sustainable design. It is also considered a centre for various cultural exhibitions in the field of movies.
The Korean Digital Media City was established in 1997, and was modernised in 2006, to integrate the media, entertainment and technology industries. The city relies on a knowledge-based economy. It also works in the field of producing, managing and making films, e-learning, games, music and various digital media and related industries.
Due to its great development, digital advantages, and reliance on the latest advanced technological systems, the DMC has been able to be a hub for many international companies in the field of information technology. The city also organises many international exhibitions and events, especially in the field of old and new Korean films.
