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Qatar Engages in Global Cybersecurity Talks at Singapore Cyber Week

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October 17, 2026

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Qatar extended its efforts in the cyber security field by taking part in the 11th Singapore International Cyber Week, where the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) took the stage to elaborate on new challenges in the digital space and artificial intelligence, and international cooperation.

At #SICW2026, Minister Vivian Balakrishnan, Ms Izumi Nakamitsu and Mr Pedro M. Allende joined global discussions on how AI is reshaping diplomacy, and the need for stronger international norms and cooperation to secure cyberspace.

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Qatar Strengthens International Cybersecurity Cooperation

Ahmed Mohammed Al-Mutawa Al Hammadi, the Director General of NCSA, led the Qatari delegation. The country showed its commitment to digital resilience, cybersecurity diplomacy and international cooperation on IT security matters to support the protection of critical infrastructure, and the prevention of new types of cyber threats, among other issues, throughout its participation.

AI Takes Centre Stage in Cyber Diplomacy

The panel discussed the impact of AI on international security frameworks and its impact on global cyber diplomacy. The speakers also discussed the difficulties encountered by the developing economies when they have to introduce new technologies and the necessity of such cooperation with the developed countries.

Strategic Visits Strengthen Regional Partnerships

In addition to the conference, the Qatari delegation had the opportunity to visit the INTERPOL Global Complex for Innovation as well as ASEAN Singapore Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence. These engagements highlighted the need for greater operational cooperation and threat intelligence sharing, and for strengthening cybersecurity capacity development in the region.

Qatar Advances Its Digital Security Agenda

The trade of Qatar’s participation in the Singapore International Cyber Week is in line with the country’s efforts to enhance international relations, foster a culture of responsible use of emerging technologies and combat the negative effects of emerging digital weapons.

Cybersecurity collaboration, AI governance discussions and institutional exchanges between Doha and others strengthen the push for a more resilient digital environment to protect the critical infrastructure from the changing nature of cyber threats.