Under the patronage of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Ministry of Interior will organize the Global Security and Technology Summit (GSTS) in Riyadh from December 18-20, 2026, in partnership with Tuwaiq Academy. Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz expressed gratitude to the Crown Prince for his patronage, noting that it reflects the leadership's commitment to enhancing the security ecosystem and enabling digital transformation across national, regional, and international security sectors, SPA reported. The summit will feature specialized programs, knowledge sessions, and technical workshops covering cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, smart surveillance technologies, and crisis management, bringing together government entities, the private sector, and academic institutions. The agenda also includes the SAIIF global security and technology innovation competition, to be held in Riyadh from November 19-21, 2026, with prizes valued at SAR5 million, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation in the security sector.
