Sharjah: H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), presided over the council's meeting held at the Ruler's Office. The session was attended by H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Vice Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council.
According to Emirates News Agency, during the meeting, SEC reviewed key public government policies and major plans aimed at enhancing the well-being of individuals and providing optimal services within an integrated government system. A focal point of the discussion was the review of efforts by the Sharjah Cyber Security Centre (SCSC) in developing an integrated information and cybersecurity framework, which includes raising cybersecurity awareness and building human capabilities to ensure sustainability and comprehensive protection of the information security system.
SCSC's notable achievements were highlighted, including establishing cybersecurity incident management frameworks, securing operational technology systems, implementing information security governance, developing risk management methodologies and rapid response plans, conducting security vulnerability assessments and government website evaluations, adopting four development tracks, and conducting over 20 technical workshops. Furthermore, over 175 government employees from various entities have been trained, enhancing the emirate's cybersecurity readiness.
During the meeting, SEC approved the Sharjah Cybersecurity Strategy (2026-2031), which aims to enhance institutional cybersecurity maturity across the emirate by building a resilient digital ecosystem that prioritizes security. The council praised the efforts of the Sharjah Cyber Security Centre and directed all government entities to collaborate closely to achieve the objectives of the cybersecurity strategy, unify efforts, and adopt best cybersecurity practices.
Additionally, the council issued two decisions concerning the fees, fines, and rewards of the Sharjah Judicial Sciences Institute, supporting the institute's role in delivering high-quality training services and preparing specialists in the legal and judicial sectors.