Saudi Arabia and Pakistan sign cybersecurity cooperation agreement
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed an MoU to boost cybersecurity collaboration and share expertise to counter cyber threats.
Key Takeaways
AIThe National Cybersecurity Authority of Saudi Arabia has signed a memorandum of understanding with Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication to strengthen bilateral cooperation in cybersecurity. The agreement was signed in Riyadh on September 1, 2026, in the presence of National Cybersecurity Authority Governor Eng. Majid bin Mohammed Al-Mazyed and Pakistan’s Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja.
The MoU aims to protect the cyberspace and vital interests of both countries through cooperation, sharing expertise, and best practices to address cybersecurity challenges and threats.
Areas of cooperation
The agreement covers several key areas, including sharing expertise, developing joint mechanisms to counter cyber risks, and enhancing national cybersecurity capabilities.
The National Cybersecurity Authority stated that this initiative is part of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its global position in cybersecurity by building international partnerships and deepening cooperation with similar entities abroad.