Head of Cyber Security for UAE Government Receives WSIS Champion Award

Geneva: Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government, received the WSIS Champion Award in recognition of the StaySafe Nation Programme by the UAE Cyber Security Council. This accolade was bestowed upon him during his participation in the AI for Good Global Summit and WSIS Forum 2026. According to Emirates News Agency, the award acknowledges the programme's significant contribution to enhancing digital awareness and addressing the ethical aspects of the information society. It also highlights the efforts made in building a safer digital future. This accomplishment signifies the international acknowledgement of the Cyber Security Council's initiatives to enhance national efforts in digital security. The council's work focuses on embedding best practices in cybersecurity, thereby further reinforcing the UAE's leadership in establishing a secure and trusted digital ecosystem.