In a significant meeting on Tuesday, His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, received the Cybersecurity Council delegation from the Government of the United Arab Emirates. The meeting took place at the Nad Al Habbiyah Council, attended by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Head of the Public Services Department in Ras Al Khaimah, and Sheikh Khalid bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Vice Chairman of the Investment and Development Office in Ras Al Khaimah. The delegation was led by His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Chairman of the Council.
During the meeting, Sheikh Saud reviewed various initiatives aimed at enhancing digital infrastructure and cybersecurity capabilities within the emirate. Discussions included opportunities to establish and expand backup data centres supporting the national cloud, a move designed to improve readiness and resilience. Furthermore, the expansion of the “CyberE71” programme was examined, focusing on fostering growth and innovation to support entrepreneurs and students in Ras Al Khaimah, alongside strategies for developing national competencies in the field of cybersecurity and broadening related collaborative efforts.
Sheikh Saud emphasised that the UAE is progressing with a clear vision to harness technological advancements for the benefit of humanity. He noted that empowering national competencies and providing opportunities and knowledge to youth, students, and entrepreneurs forms the foundation for preparing generations capable of devising solutions and contributing to a secure digital future for the nation.
He pointed out that creating a prosperous future requires a secure and reliable digital environment that aligns with developmental aspirations. Sheikh Saud underscored that cybersecurity represents a cornerstone of national stability and ongoing progress. The UAE’s standing in the digital age among nations is manifested in its ability to foster trust in its digital systems and ensure readiness for future transformations.
In response, Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti expressed his profound gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi for his support of cybersecurity efforts in the emirate. He affirmed that this attention reflects the leadership’s commitment to establishing an advanced national environment that embraces digital transformation, supports sustainable development, and enhances the UAE’s competitiveness in advanced technological fields.