The 10th Arab Conference on Information Security wrapped up its two-day event with a wide range of participants, including government leaders, experts, and global and local companies operating in the cybersecurity sector. The conference was under the auspices of Egyptian Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Eng. Raft Hendi, with Deputy Minister Eng. Ghada Labeeb attending the opening session on his behalf. Other attendees included Major General Tawfiq Qandeel, Deputy Head of the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics, and Walid Zakaria, Deputy Head of the National Cybersecurity Authority.
The conference featured a series of discussions and sessions that focused on the latest developments and challenges in the field of cybersecurity. The event was supported by several ministries, national bodies, and international institutions. The conference aimed to bring together experts and stakeholders to share knowledge, experiences, and best practices in cybersecurity. The discussions covered topics such as digital transformation, cybersecurity threats, and the importance of cooperation between governments and the private sector.
One of the key recommendations from the conference was the establishment of a unified Arab list of trusted service providers. This aims to enhance the reliability of cross-border digital transactions and support mutual recognition of electronic signatures between Arab countries. This move is expected to facilitate digital trade and investment. The conference also emphasized the need for a proactive approach to cybersecurity threats, rather than just responding to them.
The conference highlighted the importance of developing clear frameworks for the governance of artificial intelligence. This can help in detecting and countering cyber threats. The use of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity was seen as a key area for development. Participants also stressed the need to invest in building the capacities of human cadres and technical capabilities to face cyber incidents.
The conference also focused on the protection of vital infrastructure and the need to enhance the capabilities of institutions to face and contain cyber incidents. This includes investing in the qualification of human cadres and building technical capacities. The importance of partnership between the public and private sectors was also emphasized.
The closing ceremony of the conference included the announcement of the winners of the "Cyber Wargames" competition and excellence awards. The event recognized the contributions of prominent leaders, experts, and rising cadres in protecting the cybersecurity system in Egypt and the Arab region. The results of the Arab Security Cyber Wargames Championship 2026 were also announced.
The conference concluded with a call to convert discussions into practical initiatives. This includes enhancing partnership between the public and private sectors and turning discussion axes and outputs into measurable and implementable projects. The recommendations from the conference are expected to contribute to enhancing cybersecurity in the Arab region.
Key points
- Establishment of a unified Arab list of trusted service providers
- Proactive approach to cybersecurity threats using artificial intelligence
- Protection of vital infrastructure and enhancement of institutional capabilities
