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Jeff Zucker praises UAE investment in media post-Banijay merger

Jeff Zucker, CEO of RedBird IMI, has expressed enthusiasm for the UAE's role as an investor in the media industry, particularly following the $8 billion merger of Banijay and All3Media. RedBird IMI, a joint venture between RedBird Capital Partners and International Media Investments (IMI) of Abu Dhabi, was instrumental in this merger, which created the world's largest independent production company. Zucker highlighted the UAE's patient investment approach and willingness to take global risks as key advantages, and sees significant opportunities for Banijay in the region, including in live events, sports, gaming, and immersive entertainment. AI

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