The BBC plans to produce an Arabic version of its popular show 'Question Time'. The show features a range of politicians who answer questions that are asked by the audience. The show has been perceived as a reponse to the publics' need for increased political participation and dialogue. "We don't have an agenda, but we are trying to respond to the audience's needs," said Naglaa El Emary, Cairo bureau chief and regional special projects editor for BBC Arabic. "Our plan is to focus more on young people, social media and documentary making."

According to an independent study, the BBC network has gained a record number of audiences as people in the region have tuned in to keep up on the latest news during the Arab uprising. Overall, audiences have risen by more than 50% to a record high of 33.4 million viewers weekly. This is up from 21.6 million viewers the network had prior to the political unrest. 

A new broadcasting FM radio service is being broadcasted in Libya by BBC Arabic. The radio station has been extended in efforts to provide local people living in the rebel cities of Benghazi and Misrata with the latest news.