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Sami Alshwairakh, Senior Director for Saudi Arabia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This year\u2019s National Day, themed \u201cOur Pride is in Our Nature,\u201d highlights Saudi Arabia\u2019s steadfast commitment to innovation, resilience, and national advancement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The occasion reflects the Kingdom\u2019s rich heritage of generosity, ambition, and unity while emphasizing its strategic investments in information technology and cybersecurity, which have become key drivers of economic growth, technological innovation, and global competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital Innovation Driving Vision 2030<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Under Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia has accelerated its digital transformation, placing cybersecurity at the heart of sustainable economic growth. From smart cities and AI-powered industries to cloud-first government services, the Kingdom is building a secure digital infrastructure that fuels innovation, supports economic diversification, and sets new regional and global benchmarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic investments in digital infrastructure have reinforced Saudi Arabia\u2019s status as a regional technology powerhouse. Today, cybersecurity extends beyond safeguarding data, serving as a critical enabler of sustainable development and attracting international technology investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leading the World in Cybersecurity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Saudi Arabia recently topped the 2025 IMD World Digital Competitiveness Ranking for cybersecurity, reflecting its commitment to creating a secure and resilient digital environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Kingdom\u2019s cybersecurity market reached SAR 15.2 billion by the end of 2024, achieving 14 percent year-on-year growth, with the private sector contributing 68 percent of total spending. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sector now employs over 21,000 specialists, including 32 percent women, surpassing global averages and highlighting the Kingdom\u2019s commitment to nurturing national talent and expanding female participation in advanced technology roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saudi Arabia Marks 95th National Day with Landmark Digital and Cybersecurity Achievements<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Securing Saudi Arabia\u2019s Digital Future<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sami Alshwairakh, Senior Director for Saudi Arabia at Fortinet, commented, “On this National Day, we reaffirm Fortinet\u2019s strategic commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia\u2019s cybersecurity landscape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By aligning our global capabilities with national priorities, we continue to invest in securing the Kingdom\u2019s digital transformation and empowering public and private sectors to innovate with confidence, resilience, and trust.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking to “Gulf Tech News”, he added, “Fortinet is honored to support this vision. Through advanced cybersecurity solutions, strategic partnerships, and investments in local talent and capacity-building, we help protect Saudi Arabia\u2019s critical sectors, including energy, healthcare, finance, and education, from evolving cyber threats.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Building a Resilient Digital Society<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fortinet contributes to Vision 2030 by delivering scalable, AI-driven cybersecurity solutions that enable secure, sustainable growth across industries, helping build a future-ready, cyber-resilient nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saudi Arabia continues to strengthen its global leadership in the digital economy and cybersecurity, laying the foundations for a secure and thriving digital society. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By developing a robust cybersecurity ecosystem, the Kingdom ensures sustainable growth while advancing the objectives of Vision 2030, including economic diversification and the enhancement of national digital capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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