Abu dhabi: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, reviewed the efforts and initiatives of the UAE Cybersecurity Council aimed at strengthening and safeguarding the nation's digital space.
According to Emirates News Agency, during his visit to the Council's headquarters, Sheikh Mansour was briefed on the progress of the National Cybersecurity Strategy, which is built upon five key pillars: governance, protection, innovation, establishing and building, and partnership. The strategy aims to enhance cybersecurity awareness, develop legal frameworks, and build national talent capable of forming a globally competitive cybersecurity workforce. It also emphasizes strengthening public-private partnerships and expanding international cooperation to confront cross-border cyber threats.
Sheikh Mansour highlighted the importance of cybersecurity as a fundamental pillar for ensuring economic and social stability, amid the rapid global digital transformation. He reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to adopting international best practices and strengthening both national and international cooperation frameworks to build a secure digital environment that supports the country's sustainable development goals.
He praised the Cybersecurity Council's efforts in safeguarding the nation's digital infrastructure and enhancing the UAE's global standing in the cybersecurity domain. These efforts have resulted in the UAE being ranked among the top tier globally in the Global Cybersecurity Index issued by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
Sheikh Mansour further stressed the necessity of implementing the National Cybersecurity Strategy and developing advanced digital infrastructure to protect the country's digital ecosystem, especially in light of the UAE's recently launched development and investment initiatives.
Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Chairman of the UAE Cyber Security Council, emphasized the role of digital systems and platforms, particularly the National Security Operations Centre, in safeguarding the nation's digital infrastructure. He highlighted the importance of enabling proactive and rapid responses to cyber threats, stressing that the UAE's commitment to cybersecurity encompasses empowering society and the economy to thrive in a secure digital environment.
Dr. Al Kuwaiti added that the UAE's broader vision leverages advanced technologies to serve communities and improve quality of life, reinforcing the nation's commitment to becoming a global model for digital security and innovation. He commented that the National Cybersecurity Strategy is a key milestone in establishing a comprehensive framework for stakeholders to safeguard digital transformation and preserve national achievements.
He reiterated that these efforts have cemented the UAE's leadership in cybersecurity, as evidenced by the nation's first-place ranking in the 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index.