Held under the esteemed patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister of Bahrain, and hosted by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Arab International Cybersecurity Conference and Exhibition (AICS) 2025 stands as the region’s premier platform for international dialogue, innovation, and capacity building in cybersecurity.
In remarks made on the sidelines of the conference, His Royal Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Royal Guard Commander, and Secretary-General of the Supreme Defence Council, affirms that the event reflects Bahrain’s strategic vision to strengthen national and regional cyber resilience.
His Royal Highness emphasizes that the conference and exhibition demonstrate the Kingdom’s commitment to safeguarding its national achievements and advancing digital security under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, supported by the government led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
He commends the efforts of the National Cyber Security Centre in transforming the conference into a global platform that unites policymakers, experts, and innovators to enhance cooperation and develop forward-looking solutions to emerging digital challenges.
AICS 2025 features a diverse and dynamic programme of strategic, technical, and educational activities that foster collaboration and inspire innovation across borders. For the first time in the region, DEF CON, one of the world’s most renowned cybersecurity communities, joins the conference with its signature Villages, bringing worldclass expertise, interactive experiences, and real-world technical challenges to Bahrain.
The exhibition floor hosts a broad range of international participation, including several national pavilions. Among them, the British Pavilion takes on a prominent and expanded presence, showcasing the United Kingdom’s leadership in cyber innovation and advanced technologies.
It brings together leading British companies and institutions to share expertise, exchange knowledge, and explore opportunities for collaboration with Bahrain and the wider region. One of the most anticipated highlights is the Cyber Escape Room, presented by OSP Cyber Academy, which offers participants an immersive and handson experience that simulates real-world cyber incidents in a learning-focused environment.
In parallel, the National Cyber Security Centre is collaborating with OSP Cyber Academy on a landmark initiative to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity e-curriculum for schools across Bahrain, encompassing both public and private institutions. The initiative introduces four localized online courses in Arabic and English, each tailored to a specific school level, and designed to promote digital citizenship, online safety, and responsible technology use.
His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, CEO of the National Cyber Security Centre, notes that this collaboration reflects Bahrain’s commitment to cultivating a resilient digital society through education and international partnership. He adds that the initiative supports the Kingdom’s national vision to empower youth, strengthen cyber awareness, and prepare future generations to thrive securely in an increasingly digital world.
These collective efforts highlight Bahrain’s commitment to building a digitally confident nation that values innovation, invests in education, and strengthens global partnerships to advance cybersecurity for generations to come.
