Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in cybersecurity through a new memorandum of understanding (MoU).
The agreement was signed in Riyadh between the Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority and Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunications.
The MoU aims to strengthen coordination between the two countries in protecting cyberspace and safeguarding critical national interests.
Agreement Focuses on Cyber Threats
Under the agreement, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will enhance cooperation to address growing cybersecurity threats.
The two sides will facilitate the exchange of technical expertise, knowledge and best practices in cybersecurity.
The cooperation is also expected to support stronger approaches to identifying and responding to cyber threats affecting both countries.
The agreement provides a framework for greater institutional coordination between relevant cybersecurity authorities in Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
Senior Officials Sign Cybersecurity Agreement
The MoU was signed by Governor of the Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority Eng. Majid bin Muhammad Al-Masjid and Pakistan’s Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunications Shaza Fatima Khawaja.
The signing took place in Riyadh as part of efforts to deepen cooperation between the two countries in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity sector.
Saudi Arabia Expands International Cyber Cooperation
According to Saudi officials, the agreement is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader efforts to promote international partnerships and cooperation in cybersecurity.
The initiative reflects the growing importance of cybersecurity in protecting national systems, digital infrastructure and strategic interests.
Through the new framework, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will work to strengthen their capabilities, share experience and develop more effective responses to emerging cyber risks.
