RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior, in partnership with Tuwaiq Academy, will organize the Global Security and Technology Summit (GSTS) in Riyadh from December 18-20, 2026. Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif said that the conference will be held under the patronage of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.
The minister 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.
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 SR5 million, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation in the security sector.
Source: Saudi Gazette