Cybersecurity at the World Defence Exhibition 2026: A Comprehensive Saudi Strategy

The National Cybersecurity Authority is preparing to actively participate in the third edition of World Defense Show 2026 , the world’s premier defense and security event, organized by the General Authority for Military Industries in Riyadh from February 8 to 12. This participation, as the official cybersecurity partner, reflects the paramount importance that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia places on protecting its cyberspace as an integral part of its comprehensive national security framework.

Strategic dimensions that align with Vision 2030

The Authority's participation is not merely a traditional presence, but rather a reaffirmation of the pivotal role cybersecurity plays in modern warfare and advanced defense systems. This step aligns with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 , which aims to localize over 50% of military and security industries, as cybersecurity is the backbone of protecting critical infrastructure and economic assets. The Kingdom has achieved significant progress in international cybersecurity indicators, making its experience a model to be emulated regionally and internationally, a fact the Authority seeks to highlight to the participating international delegations.

Pillars of strength: defense, empowerment, and development

The Authority designed its pavilion at the exhibition to reflect its comprehensive strategy based on three main pillars:

• The defense axis focuses on reviewing national capabilities in monitoring and responding to cyber incidents, and mechanisms for sharing proactive alerts, ensuring a secure cyber environment that supports business continuity in vital sectors.
• The Empowerment Axis: Highlights the innovative technical solutions offered by the Authority, most notably the National Cybersecurity Services Portal “Haseen”, which aims to raise the level of commitment and readiness among national entities.
• The development axis: It reviews the Authority’s efforts in building human capital and qualifying national cadres, in addition to stimulating the investment environment in the cybersecurity market, and attracting global companies to open their headquarters in the Kingdom.

A global platform for anticipating the future of defense

The World Defence Exhibition is a unique platform that brings together industry leaders and decision-makers from around the globe, covering the five domains of defense: land, sea, air, space, and security. This platform provides the National Cybersecurity Authority with an exceptional opportunity to enhance international cooperation and exchange expertise on the latest cyber threats and how to counter them. The exhibition also highlights the integration of traditional and digital security, emphasizing that military superiority in the modern era depends primarily on technological and cyber supremacy.

In conclusion, this participation represents a clear message to the world confirming the readiness of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia not only to defend its geographical borders, but also its digital space, based on national competencies and an advanced digital infrastructure that keeps pace with the latest global standards.