Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, the Head of the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC), announced that the National Cybersecurity Strategy will be officially launched this week. This initiative aims to align the UAE with significant transformations in various sectors, particularly in advanced technology, reinforcing the country’s position in artificial intelligence and the digital economy.

Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) during the first day of the World Government Summit (WGS) 2025 in Dubai, Dr. Al Kuwaiti explained that the National Cybersecurity Strategy has been approved for five years by the UAE Cabinet. The strategy is structured around five essential pillars, all designed to facilitate the safe and swift adoption of innovations while ensuring a secure, resilient, and robust digital environment.

He told that the strategy includes specific goals and initiatives focused on strengthening the national economy and protecting critical infrastructure. Dr. Al Kuwaiti pointed out that global losses from cyberattacks, cyber warfare, and cyberterrorism were estimated at around $10 trillion in 2024. This statistic highlights the UAE’s proactive approach in enhancing its cybersecurity framework to align with global best practices, having invested over $2 billion in cybersecurity and digital transformation.

Additionally, Al Kuwaiti revealed that the Cybersecurity Council is in the final stages of developing several policies, including a cryptography policy slated for implementation in the first quarter of 2025. The council is also working on new cybersecurity standards aimed at improving institutional compliance and security measures.