Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti Appointed Chair of ITU-T SG17 Arab Regional Group

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) appointed Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, as Chair of the ITU-T Study Group 17 Arab Regional Group on July 2, 2026. This group focuses on developing global standards for cybersecurity, identity management, and privacy. Dr. Al Kuwaiti's leadership has been pivotal in establishing the UAE as a recognized cyber power, achieving a perfect score in the 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index. His appointment signifies the Arab region's increasing influence in global digital security standards. The recent virtual meeting on May 18, 2026, discussed future cooperation between the UAE Cyber Security Council and the ITU, including initiatives like the Cybersecurity Acceleration Center. The collaboration aims to enhance regional and global cybersecurity resilience and governance.

Key Points: • Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti appointed as Chair of ITU-T Study Group 17 Arab Regional Group. • UAE achieved a perfect score in the 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index under his leadership. • The meeting discussed future initiatives for enhancing cybersecurity resilience and governance.