UAE Cybersecurity Council to Launch Three New Policies Enhancing National Cybersecurity
Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al-Kuwaiti, Chairman of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, has confirmed that the council is currently developing three new policies to be issued by the end of 2024 to enhance the country's cybersecurity infrastructure.
These policies aim to strengthen the UAE's position as a global hub for advanced technology and artificial intelligence (AI).
In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Dr Al-Kuwaiti revealed that the new policies will focus on “cloud computing and data security,” “Internet of Things security,” and “cybersecurity operations centres.” He also noted that the executive regulations for the "encryption" law, which will set the main standards for securing data transmission in line with quantum systems, are expected to be issued by the end of 2024.
Dr. Al-Kuwaiti emphasized that the UAE possesses the necessary capabilities and resources to become a global data hub. This potential drives the nation's efforts to enact laws and policies that regulate this strategic sector and foster regional and international partnerships with both public and private sectors.
He highlighted that the UAE serves as an inspiring model for countries worldwide looking to develop their cybersecurity systems, particularly in the data sector, amid rapid advancements in technology and AI.
The Chairman explained that digital transformation in the UAE spans various sectors, including health, energy, education, aviation, and other strategic areas. This comprehensive digital integration creates a growing need for an advanced cybersecurity system to protect cyberspace from potential attacks. He noted that evolving AI solutions are being used by various entities to identify digital vulnerabilities in the critical infrastructure of these vital sectors.
Dr Al-Kuwaiti underscored the importance of protecting institutions from threats and breaches that could lead to data leaks, identity theft, intellectual property infringement, and breaches of main infrastructure and security digital records.
He also pointed out that the UAE faces malicious cyberattacks targeting strategic sectors, especially the financial sector, aimed at compromising national security or obtaining financial information to blackmail individuals or countries for illicit gains. Dr Al-Kuwaiti affirmed that the UAE's cybersecurity system continues to repel and thwart such attacks, identify the hackers, and handle them according to the highest international standards.
This development marks a significant step in the UAE's ongoing efforts to enhance its cybersecurity measures and maintain its position as a leader in the global digital landscape.
News Source: Emirates News Agency