With over 30 years of journalistic expertise spanning from Jordan to the UAE, Khitam has spent the previous 22 years reporting on nationwide and regional information from Dubai, with a robust give attention to the UAE, GCC and broader Arab affairs.
As Chief Information Editor, she brings in depth experience in delivering breaking and interesting information to readers. Starting her tenure as a translator, she superior by means of roles as Senior Translator and Chief Translator earlier than transitioning to editorial positions, culminating in her present management position. Her duties embody monitoring breaking information throughout the UAE and the broader Arab area, making certain well timed and correct dissemination to the general public.
Born right into a household of journalists, Khitam’s ardour for information was ignited early in life. A defining second in her youth occurred in September 1985 when she had the chance to converse with the late British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher throughout her go to to a Palestinian refugee camp north of Amman. Throughout this encounter, Khitam shared her household’s experiences of displacement from their dwelling in Palestine and their subsequent refuge in Jordan. This poignant interplay not solely deepened her understanding of geopolitical points but in addition solidified her dedication to pursuing a profession in journalism, aiming to make clear the tales of these affected by regional conflicts.
Khitam’s dedication to correct and well timed reporting drives her to hunt out information that pursuits readers, making her a trusted supply for information on the UAE and the broader Gulf area.
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