SAMI Is Strategic Sponsor of Second Saudi International Maritime Forum

SAMI will participate as a strategic sponsor at the second Saudi International Maritime Forum that will be organized by the Royal Saudi Navy in Jeddah between November 15 and 17, 2022. (SPA)
SAMI will participate as a strategic sponsor at the second Saudi International Maritime Forum that will be organized by the Royal Saudi Navy in Jeddah between November 15 and 17, 2022. (SPA)
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SAMI Is Strategic Sponsor of Second Saudi International Maritime Forum

SAMI will participate as a strategic sponsor at the second Saudi International Maritime Forum that will be organized by the Royal Saudi Navy in Jeddah between November 15 and 17, 2022. (SPA)
SAMI will participate as a strategic sponsor at the second Saudi International Maritime Forum that will be organized by the Royal Saudi Navy in Jeddah between November 15 and 17, 2022. (SPA)

The Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) will participate as a strategic sponsor at the second Saudi International Maritime Forum that will be organized by the Royal Saudi Navy in Jeddah between November 15 and 17, 2022, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Saturday.

The event will be held under the patronage of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense.

SAMI CEO Eng. Walid Abu Khaled said the company, through its sponsorship of the second edition of the forum, stresses its pivotal role as a strategic national partner for defense industries through its effective presence in all events that are organized by the Ministry of Defense.

He noted that the company will take part in the forum under the umbrella of SAMI Sea, where it is scheduled to showcase its products on the marine industries and systems.

SAMI is seeking to benefit from promising opportunities that such major international forums provide in a way that can boost its status as a national strategic partner for defense industries in the Kingdom, he explained.

SAMI is participating in the forum along with the top local, regional and international companies that will display their latest equipment, technologies and systems in the field of maritime security.

The event will include an accompanying exhibition and several work sessions that will attract the elite of interested people and specialists from the military and experts in the fields of technology and industry, in addition to several ministries, public institutions, global companies and academics.

The forum, held under the theme “Protecting Marine Units and Vital Coastal Sites against the Threat of Unnamed Systems”, aims at exchanging views, discussing challenges facing marine units, coastal vital sites and means to protect them; and ways to deal with these threats and their impact on the global economy; and guaranteeing the safety of marine passages.



Global Cybersecurity Forum 2024 Kicks Off in Riyadh

The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)
The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)
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Global Cybersecurity Forum 2024 Kicks Off in Riyadh

The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)
The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)

The fourth Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF) 2024 began in Riyadh on Wednesday. It is organized by Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority, in partnership with the Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE).
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomed participants on behalf of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The two-day event, themed “Advancing Collective Action in Cyberspace,” has drawn leaders, policymakers, and experts from over 120 countries.
In a message read at the opening ceremony in Riyadh, the Crown Prince stated: “Cyberspace is closely linked to the growth of economies, the prosperity of societies, the security of individuals, and the stability of nations.”
According to SPA, he noted that due to the cross-border nature of cyberspace, it is essential to harmonize international efforts to seize the opportunities and “face the challenges it presents, by investing in people.”
Welcoming the participants, the Crown Prince said: “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has always been a force for good for the benefit of humanity and human prosperity around the world.”
“It has continuously worked to uphold the principle of cooperation and strengthen international collaboration toward efforts that support development and prosperity for all nations. It has initiated several initiatives aimed at achieving these genuine goals in all sectors,” he noted.
“Believing in the importance of investing in people in this vital and promising domain, in 2020 we launched two global initiatives. The first relates to protecting children in cyberspace, and the second focuses on empowering women in the field of cybersecurity,” he added.
“The institute for the Global Cybersecurity Forum is entrusted with overseeing both initiatives, as well as implementing the associated projects,” affirmed the Crown Prince.
He highlighted the progress made by these initiatives, particularly the increased understanding of needs at the global level that has led to new and inspiring visions, enabling the GCF to develop impactful initiatives and programs, publish research and studies, and formulate new frameworks and strategies.
These efforts empower decision-makers worldwide to develop policies and programs that enhance child protection in cyberspace and promote women’s participation in the field of cybersecurity.
The first day of GCF 2024 featured discussions on five main topics: closing cybersecurity gaps, online behavior, the social structure of cyberspace, a thriving cyber economy, and new cyber opportunities.
Key officials, decision-makers, and experts from governments, academia, and global companies took part in the sessions.
The forum is a global platform that brings together leaders from governments, cybersecurity, academia, and NGOs. Its goal is to strengthen international cybersecurity, support economic and social development, and align global efforts in the field.