Cabinet clears Google Cloud's Cybersecurity Center in UAE
In a reflection of the United Arab Emirates Government's vision to cement its global position as a leading hub for artificial intelligence and to strengthen international collaboration, UAE institutions continue to pursue the directives of the country's wise leadership in maintaining the nation's global leadership in technological and digital fields.
This pursuit is embodied in the strategic steps being taken to reinforce digital infrastructure and develop national capabilities in AI and cybersecurity.
As part of these ongoing efforts, the UAE Cabinet has approved its support of Google Cloud's launch of its first Cybersecurity Excellence Center in Abu Dhabi-an initiative that underscores the UAE's commitment to advancing digital transformation and bolstering cybersecurity.
This strategic initiative with Google Cloud is aligned with the vision of the nation's leadership to position the UAE as a global hub for cybersecurity excellence.
The initiative highlights the government's dedication to support the building of a secure and advanced digital ecosystem that keeps pace with global developments and provides a trusted environment for businesses, enterprises, and institutions across all sectors.
It also reflects the country's broader strategy to invest in emerging technologies and empower national talents, ensuring regional and global leadership in the field of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
This milestone follows the official visit of Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, to the United States, where His Highness met with a number of global industry leaders and CEOs to explore avenues for building and expanding strategic partnerships with UAE in artificial intelligence.
These discussions focused on AI's potential to accelerate sustainable growth, enhance global innovation, and advance digital infrastructure.
In line with these continuous efforts, the UAE Cybersecurity Council, in collaboration with Google Cloud, announced this strategic initiative aimed at supporting the UAE's position as a global leader in cybersecurity innovation and education.
This initiative, supported by the Cybersecurity Council, will see the establishment of the first-ever Cybersecurity Excellence Center in the region.
The launch of this pioneering centre in Abu Dhabi is a tangible outcome of the UAE's future-oriented vision, which aims to strengthen the nation's resilience against cyber threats, support secure digital transformation, and further establish the UAE as a global hub for innovation and technology.
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