Reuters is a privately owned company, a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters, headquartered in the UK. Founded in 1851 and employing approximately 1300 individuals, the company functions as a tier 1 media tech buyer. It specializes in providing real-time text, images, and video to media outlets, financial institutions, and businesses worldwide, operating under a unique set of Trust Principles constitutionally mandated to preserve its independence, integrity, and freedom from bias.
On August 26, 2026, the Dubai Press Club announced that Reuters President Paul Bascobert will participate in the Arab Media Summit in Dubai, scheduled from September 15 to 17, bringing together media leaders from across the region and the world. Earlier, on August 22, Reuters announced the second edition of Reuters NEXT Gulf will take place on October 21, 2026, in Abu Dhabi, gathering global and regional leaders for a live leadership summit. The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) will continue as the exclusive host city partner for Reuters NEXT Gulf over the next three years, following the success of its inaugural event in 2025.