In a further step strengthening ties since the Abraham Accords, Israel and the United Arab Emirates have signed a landmark cybersecurity cooperation agreement aimed at combating growing digital threats in the Middle East.
The agreement, signed during a bilateral summit in Tel Aviv, sets the framework for extensive intelligence sharing, joint cyber defense exercises, and collaborative development of new cybersecurity technologies and protocols.
Israeli Prime Minister David Levy called the partnership “a cornerstone for regional stability in the digital age.” He added, “As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, this cooperation ensures both countries remain ahead of the curve, protecting critical infrastructure and private sector assets.”
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The UAE’s Minister of Interior, Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of working together to safeguard citizens and businesses from cyberattacks.
Cybersecurity experts hailed the agreement as a significant milestone, noting that the Middle East faces a rising number of state-sponsored cyber intrusions and ransomware attacks. Joint efforts will focus on securing energy grids, financial systems, and communication networks.
The agreement is also expected to facilitate knowledge exchange and training programs, boosting regional capabilities to respond to emergencies in cyberspace.
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