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Al Etihad
28-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE named Guest of Honour at 7th edition of FDC Summit in Cairo
28 Apr 2025 12:18 CAIRO (WAM) The organising committee of the seventh edition of the FDC Summit, held under the theme The Arch of Digital, has announced the UAE as the official Guest of summit features high-level participation from the UAE Cybersecurity Council and several leading Emirati until April 30, at the Egypt International Exhibition Centre, the event brings together more than 100 regional and international experts and decision-makers.A distinguished delegation from the UAE Cybersecurity Council, led by its Chairman Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, is taking part in the summit, accompanied by representatives from the UAE's leading technology and cybersecurity strong participation underscores the UAE's prominent position in regional and global cybersecurity and digital transformation efforts, while also highlighting the strength of the strategic partnership between Egypt and the UAE, particularly in the information and communications technology Al Kuwaiti reaffirmed the council's commitment to enhancing international collaboration in information security and cybersecurity, stressing the importance of exchanging expertise and developing innovative solutions and best further noted that the FDC Regional Summit for the Digital Industry stands as a prominent example of the council's efforts to foster cooperation with regional and international partners in the field of said the UAE's participation reflects its ongoing efforts to advance digital infrastructure and bolster the digital economy in the Middle East. He added that the summit offers a valuable opportunity to share knowledge and engage in dialogue with regional counterparts on key issues related to cybersecurity and information of the Organising Committee of the FDC Summit, Eng. Tarek Shebika, said the UAE's selection as Guest of Honour is a reflection of the deep-rooted strategic relations between Egypt and the UAE, as well as the UAE's leadership in cybersecurity and digital expressed pride in welcoming the UAE Cybersecurity Council and leading Emirati companies, noting that their presence would pave the way for greater collaboration between Egyptian and Emirati companies. He added that this participation would contribute to enhanced knowledge exchange and open new prospects for joint technology further revealed that several new strategic partnerships between Egyptian and Emirati companies specialising in information technology and cybersecurity will be announced during the summit. These agreements are expected to strengthen regional integration and contribute to building a secure and sustainable digital ecosystem in the region. The FDC Summit will feature more than 40 specialised sessions with the participation of 100 regional and international speakers, addressing key topics including digital transformation, the data centre industry, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, smart cities, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the digital economy, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Zawya
26-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
The United Arab Emirates named Guest of Honor at the seventh edition of the FDC Summit
Under the patronage of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology: April 28–30 Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt – In a step that reflects the depth of the strategic relationship between Egypt and the United Arab Emirates in the fields of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, the organizing committee of the FDC Summit's seventh edition — held under the theme "The Arch of Digital" — will host the United Arab Emirates as the official Guest of Honor. The Summit will feature high-level participation from the Supreme Council for Cybersecurity and several leading Emirati companies. The summit will take place under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, from April 28 to 30, at the Egypt International Exhibition Center, with the participation of more than 100 regional and international experts and decision-makers. A distinguished delegation from the UAE Supreme Council for Cybersecurity, led by H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, will take part in the summit, accompanied by several of the UAE's leading companies in the fields of technology and cybersecurity. This prominent participation underscores the UAE's distinguished position on the regional and global cybersecurity and digital transformation landscape. It further highlights the depth of the strategic partnership between Egypt and the UAE, particularly in the area of information and communications technology. In this context, H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, emphasized that the Council is committed to strengthening collaboration with partners from around the world in the fields of information security and cybersecurity. He highlighted the importance of promoting the exchange of expertise and developing best practices and innovative solutions in this domain. Dr. Al Kuwaiti further noted that the FDC Regional Summit for the Digital Industry stands as a prominent example of the Council's efforts to foster cooperation with regional and international partners in the field of cybersecurity. H.E. Dr. Al Kuwaiti added, 'We are proud to participate in this summit, reflecting our ongoing commitment to advancing digital infrastructure and supporting the growth of the digital sector in the Middle East.' He continued, 'Throughout the summit's activities, we look forward to exchanging expertise and ideas with our counterparts across the region on matters related to information security and cybersecurity.' For his part, Eng. Tarek Shebika, Chairman of the Organizing Committee of FDC Summit, expressed his delight at hosting the UAE, stating, 'The selection of the United Arab Emirates as the Guest of Honor for the seventh edition of FDC Summit is a testament to the depth of the strategic ties between our two brotherly nations. It also reflects the UAE's leading role in the fields of cybersecurity and digital innovation.' He added, 'We are proud of the participation of the UAE Supreme Council for Cybersecurity and the Emirati companies, which will open new horizons for collaboration between Egyptian and Emirati companies. This will contribute to knowledge exchange and enhance partnership opportunities in future technology projects.' He further noted that the summit will witness the announcement of several new strategic partnerships between Egyptian and Emirati companies operating in the fields of information technology and cybersecurity, 'a move that will strengthen regional integration and support efforts to build a secure and sustainable digital ecosystem in the region.' FDC Summit will feature over 40 specialized sessions with the participation of 100 international and regional speakers. The summit will cover several key topics, including digital transformation, data center industry, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, smart cities, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, digital economy, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The Summit is considered the most important platform in the region for decision-makers, business leaders, and technology experts to discuss the latest trends and explore the future of digital transformation and cybersecurity on both regional and global levels.
