The Arab Security Conference 2026 is set to mark its 10th edition on September 27–28, 2026, in Cairo, bringing together senior government officials, diplomats, cybersecurity leaders, technology executives and experts from Egypt, the Arab world and international markets.
The conference will be hosted at The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo, at a time when cybersecurity has moved beyond the traditional boundaries of information technology departments to become a strategic priority for governments and businesses.
The growing use of artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure and increasingly connected systems is reshaping the digital economy while also creating new challenges across the global cybersecurity landscape.
The 10th edition of the Arab Security Conference will provide a platform for discussions addressing the changing nature of cybersecurity and the growing importance of strengthening digital resilience, protecting critical infrastructure and improving institutional preparedness.
The conference will bring together representatives from government, diplomacy, business and the cybersecurity community to discuss developments and challenges affecting the security of increasingly connected digital environments.
High-Level Government Participation
The 10th edition of the Arab Security Conference 2026 will be held under the patronage and with the participation of Raafat Hendy, Minister of Communications and Information Technology.
Salah Soliman Gomblat, Minister of State for Military Production, will also extend his patronage to the conference.
The participation and patronage of senior government officials reflect the growing importance attached to cybersecurity and its role in supporting institutional security, critical infrastructure protection and cyber resilience.
As governments and businesses continue to face increasingly sophisticated and rapidly evolving digital threats, cybersecurity has become closely connected to broader questions of preparedness, resilience and the ability of institutions to respond to emerging risks.
The high-level government participation at the Arab Security Conference also highlights the importance of cooperation between public institutions, technology stakeholders and cybersecurity professionals in addressing challenges that extend across sectors and national borders.
International Diplomatic Presence
The Arab Security Conference 2026 will also feature significant international diplomatic participation.
Among the participating diplomatic figures will be Ambassador Paulino Franco de Carvalho Neto, Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to Egypt and Brazil’s Permanent Representative to the League of Arab States.
The conference will also feature Eric V. Gaudiosi, Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, alongside a consul from the British Embassy in Cairo.
The presence of diplomatic representatives adds an international dimension to the 10th edition and reflects the increasingly cross-border nature of cybersecurity challenges.
Digital threats can extend beyond national boundaries, making international cooperation, knowledge exchange and dialogue increasingly important for governments, businesses and cybersecurity communities.
The diplomatic participation at the Arab Security Conference 2026 therefore forms part of a broader environment of cooperation and discussion around cybersecurity and digital security.
Cybersecurity Priorities on the 2026 Agenda
The agenda of the Arab Security Conference 2026 will address a number of key areas shaping the cybersecurity sector.
Among the subjects scheduled for discussion are critical infrastructure and industrial systems protection, cloud security, advanced computing, space and connected-system security, artificial intelligence in cybersecurity, quantum security, cyber resilience and digital identity.
These areas reflect the changing scope of cybersecurity as organisations increasingly depend on interconnected technologies and digital infrastructure.
Critical infrastructure and industrial systems protection will be among the important areas addressed during the conference, as organisations continue to deal with the security requirements associated with increasingly connected operational environments.
Cloud security will also feature on the agenda, reflecting the growing role of cloud infrastructure in the digital economy and the importance of protecting digital environments as organisations expand their use of connected and distributed systems.
The programme will additionally address advanced computing, space and connected-system security, highlighting the broader technological developments that are influencing the future of cybersecurity.
Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Cybersecurity Risks
Artificial intelligence will be another major area of focus during the Arab Security Conference 2026.
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is creating new opportunities for organisations while also contributing to changes in the cybersecurity threat landscape.
As AI becomes increasingly integrated into digital systems and business environments, cybersecurity professionals and organisations are facing new questions around security, preparedness and risk management.
The conference will examine artificial intelligence in cybersecurity alongside other emerging technologies and risks that are changing how organisations approach digital security.
Quantum security will also be addressed as part of the conference programme, reflecting the importance of emerging computing technologies and their potential implications for cybersecurity.
The inclusion of AI, quantum security, advanced computing and connected systems demonstrates the broad scope of the 10th edition and its focus on technologies that are influencing the future of digital security.
Focus on Cyber Resilience and Digital Identity
Cyber resilience will form another important component of the Arab Security Conference 2026 agenda.
As digital transformation continues across economies and industries, governments and organisations are facing greater pressure to strengthen their ability to prepare for, respond to and manage cybersecurity risks.
Cyber resilience is increasingly connected to the broader security architecture of organisations, particularly as businesses and institutions depend on digital systems for critical operations.
Digital identity will also be addressed during the conference, alongside other cybersecurity priorities.
The focus on digital identity reflects the importance of securing connected digital environments and the systems through which users and organisations interact with digital services.
Together, cyber resilience and digital identity form part of the wider discussions expected to take place during the conference around institutional preparedness and the changing requirements of digital security.
Technical Workshops and Cybersecurity Activities
Beyond the main conference sessions and expert discussions, the Arab Security Conference 2026 will feature technical workshops, specialised activities and competitions.
These activities are designed to support practical skills development, identify emerging cybersecurity talent and strengthen connections between international expertise, the technology community and the business sector.
The inclusion of practical activities adds another dimension to the conference programme, extending discussions beyond policy and strategic issues to include technical engagement and skills development.
The workshops and competitions will also provide opportunities for participants to engage with cybersecurity challenges in a practical environment while supporting connections among professionals, experts and emerging talent.
A Decade of Regional Cybersecurity Cooperation
Over its previous editions, the Arab Security Conference has developed into a meeting point for policymakers, government representatives, diplomats, business leaders, cybersecurity professionals and technology experts.
The conference has provided a platform for discussions around emerging threats, international experience, technologies and strategies shaping the future of digital security.
Its 10th edition represents a milestone in the conference’s regional presence and comes against a backdrop of accelerating digital transformation across economies and industries.
As organisations continue to expand their use of artificial intelligence, cloud computing and connected environments, cybersecurity is becoming increasingly important across both the public and private sectors.
The development of the Arab Security Conference over its previous editions reflects the growing need for platforms that bring together different parts of the cybersecurity ecosystem.
Government institutions, businesses, technology companies, cybersecurity professionals and international representatives all have a role in discussions surrounding digital security and resilience.
The Role of Cybersecurity in Digital Transformation
The 10th edition of the Arab Security Conference 2026 comes at a time when digital transformation is accelerating across economies and industries.
The expansion of digital systems is creating new opportunities while also widening the potential attack surface faced by organisations.
Artificial intelligence, cloud computing and connected environments are becoming increasingly important components of modern digital infrastructure, creating a need for organisations to rethink security architectures and strengthen resilience.
For governments and businesses, the changing digital environment means that cybersecurity can no longer be considered solely a technical responsibility.
The protection of digital infrastructure, critical systems and connected environments increasingly requires coordination across institutions, sectors and areas of expertise.
The discussions planned for the conference will therefore address cybersecurity from a broad perspective, bringing together strategic, technological and practical considerations.
A Regional Platform Connecting International Expertise
Held annually under the patronage of Egypt’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Arab Security Conference has established a decade-long presence as a regional platform connecting cybersecurity expertise from Egypt, the Arab world and international communities.
The conference’s 10th edition will continue this role by bringing together decision-makers, international experts, technology professionals and emerging talent.
The participation of government officials and diplomatic representatives alongside cybersecurity and technology experts reflects the broad range of stakeholders involved in addressing modern digital security challenges.
The conference will also provide an opportunity for participants to exchange international experience and discuss technologies and strategies relevant to the evolving cybersecurity environment.
ASC 2026 and the Next Decade of Digital Security
The milestone Arab Security Conference 2026 will enter its second decade with a programme focused on the technologies, risks and security priorities shaping the future of the digital environment.
The conference will bring together decision-makers, global expertise and emerging talent around a common challenge: building a digital environment capable not only of defending against today’s cyber threats, but also of anticipating the risks that will shape the years ahead.
With its 10th edition taking place in Cairo on September 27–28, 2026, the Arab Security Conference will continue to serve as a platform for government representatives, diplomats, business leaders, technology executives and cybersecurity professionals.
The programme’s focus on critical infrastructure, industrial systems, cloud security, advanced computing, artificial intelligence, quantum security, cyber resilience and digital identity reflects the expanding scope of cybersecurity and the growing importance of preparing for emerging digital risks.
The participation of senior government officials and international diplomatic representatives further underlines the importance of cooperation and dialogue in addressing cybersecurity challenges that increasingly extend across sectors and borders.
As the conference marks a decade on the regional cybersecurity calendar, its 10th edition will focus on strengthening connections between decision-makers, experts, businesses and emerging talent while examining the technologies and strategies that will influence digital security in the years ahead.
