emirates7 - The organising committee of the seventh FDC Summit, themed **"The Arch of Digital,"** has announced the UAE as the official Guest of Honour. The summit sees strong participation from the UAE Cybersecurity Council alongside several prominent Emirati technology firms.
Taking place at the Egypt International Exhibition Centre until 30th April, the event brings together over 100 regional and international experts and decision-makers.
A high-level delegation from the UAE Cybersecurity Council, headed by Chairman Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, is attending the summit, joined by representatives from leading UAE cybersecurity and tech companies.
This significant involvement highlights the UAE’s influential role in regional and global digital transformation and cybersecurity, while also reflecting the depth of strategic ties between Egypt and the UAE, particularly in the ICT sector.
Dr. Al Kuwaiti emphasised the Council’s dedication to strengthening international cooperation in cybersecurity and information security. He stressed the value of exchanging expertise and fostering innovation in solutions and best practices.
He also pointed out that the FDC Regional Summit for the Digital Industry serves as a vital platform for enhancing collaboration with regional and global partners in the cybersecurity domain.
Dr. Al Kuwaiti noted that the UAE’s participation showcases its ongoing commitment to advancing digital infrastructure and supporting the growth of the digital economy across the Middle East. He added that the summit presents an important opportunity for sharing expertise and engaging in discussions on critical cybersecurity issues.
Meanwhile, Eng. Tarek Shebika, Chairman of the FDC Summit Organising Committee, stated that choosing the UAE as Guest of Honour reflects the strong, longstanding strategic relationship between Egypt and the UAE, as well as the UAE’s leadership in cybersecurity and digital innovation.
He expressed his pride in welcoming the UAE Cybersecurity Council and key Emirati companies, highlighting that their involvement would foster stronger cooperation between Egyptian and Emirati firms. He also noted that their participation would boost knowledge-sharing and opportunities for new joint technology ventures.
Shebika further announced that several new strategic agreements between Egyptian and Emirati companies in the fields of IT and cybersecurity would be unveiled during the summit. These partnerships aim to promote regional integration and contribute to establishing a secure and sustainable digital ecosystem.
The FDC Summit will include more than 40 specialised sessions featuring 100 speakers from across the region and the world, covering key themes such as digital transformation, data centres, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, smart cities, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the digital economy, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Taking place at the Egypt International Exhibition Centre until 30th April, the event brings together over 100 regional and international experts and decision-makers.
A high-level delegation from the UAE Cybersecurity Council, headed by Chairman Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, is attending the summit, joined by representatives from leading UAE cybersecurity and tech companies.
This significant involvement highlights the UAE’s influential role in regional and global digital transformation and cybersecurity, while also reflecting the depth of strategic ties between Egypt and the UAE, particularly in the ICT sector.
Dr. Al Kuwaiti emphasised the Council’s dedication to strengthening international cooperation in cybersecurity and information security. He stressed the value of exchanging expertise and fostering innovation in solutions and best practices.
He also pointed out that the FDC Regional Summit for the Digital Industry serves as a vital platform for enhancing collaboration with regional and global partners in the cybersecurity domain.
Dr. Al Kuwaiti noted that the UAE’s participation showcases its ongoing commitment to advancing digital infrastructure and supporting the growth of the digital economy across the Middle East. He added that the summit presents an important opportunity for sharing expertise and engaging in discussions on critical cybersecurity issues.
Meanwhile, Eng. Tarek Shebika, Chairman of the FDC Summit Organising Committee, stated that choosing the UAE as Guest of Honour reflects the strong, longstanding strategic relationship between Egypt and the UAE, as well as the UAE’s leadership in cybersecurity and digital innovation.
He expressed his pride in welcoming the UAE Cybersecurity Council and key Emirati companies, highlighting that their involvement would foster stronger cooperation between Egyptian and Emirati firms. He also noted that their participation would boost knowledge-sharing and opportunities for new joint technology ventures.
Shebika further announced that several new strategic agreements between Egyptian and Emirati companies in the fields of IT and cybersecurity would be unveiled during the summit. These partnerships aim to promote regional integration and contribute to establishing a secure and sustainable digital ecosystem.
The FDC Summit will include more than 40 specialised sessions featuring 100 speakers from across the region and the world, covering key themes such as digital transformation, data centres, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, smart cities, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the digital economy, innovation, and entrepreneurship.