Qatar’s National Cybersecurity Agency (NCSA) has launched the National Cybersecurity Strategy 2024-2030 to ensure the safe use of current and emerging technologies.
Under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, the strategy is poised to drive progress in achieving the Qatar National Vision 2030.
Eng. Abdulrahman bin Ali Al Farahid Al Malki, Chairman of the NSA, highlighted Qatar’s classification as a model and pioneering country in cybersecurity. This comes after Qatar achieved recognition in the highest category of the United Nations (UN) International Telecommunications Union’s (ITU) Global Cybersecurity Index.
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Enhancing Regional Cybersecurity
The NSA chairman added that securing national cyberspace requires a collaborative effort between the government, private entities, institutions, and stakeholders. This value underpins the vision of the Second National Cybersecurity Strategy, the roadmap for confronting cyber challenges.
The initiative is poised to foster regional and international efforts to establish solid foundations of cooperation and elevate confidence in cyberspace.
Moreover, he emphasized the agency’s eagerness to adopt a collaborative approach in preparation for the third national development strategy.
To strengthen national cybersecurity, he emphasized the importance of shared responsibility, a risk-based approach, results-oriented strategies, protecting individual rights, promoting economic prosperity, and ensuring coordination and cooperation. These key principles guide the strategic implementation of cybersecurity efforts.
Additionally, the NSA chairman asserted the agency’s role in delivering a secure national cyberspace in Qatar and driving sustainable national development while maintaining the country’s position as a leader in regional and global cybersecurity.
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The Strategy’s Five Main Pillars
Eng. Dana Yousef Al Abdullah, Director of National Cyber Governance and Assurance Affairs at the National Cyber Security Agency, highlighted the five main pillars of the National Cybersecurity Strategy 2024-2030.
The first pillar encompasses cybersecurity and resilience in the Qatari system, focusing on critical national infrastructures.
The second pillar addresses legislation, regulations, and law enforcement for a secure cyberspace. This foundation aims to establish legal, regulatory, and governance frameworks and operating models.
The third pillar intends to create a thriving, innovative, and data-driven economy that is poised to support nationwide cybersecurity initiatives through research, development, and innovation across the public and private sectors.
The fourth pillar aims to navigate cyberculture and workforce development by developing a qualified workforce to support the convergence of cybersecurity and culture.
The last pillar aims to forge international cooperation and trusted partnerships, enhancing active participation in cyber diplomacy at regional and global levels.
The implementation of Qatar’s National Cybersecurity Strategy is a testament to the increasing challenges countries currently face in cyber space, driven by rapid digital transformation and the global adoption of modern technologies.
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