The Board of Trustees of the Bahrain Institute for Political Development praised the great success achieved by the “Cyber Shield 2025”, organized by the National Cyber Security Center under the slogan “supply chains’ attacks”, in the presence of His Highness the Lieutenant General Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Adviser, Commander of the Royal Guard, Secretary -General of the Supreme Defense Council.
The council affirmed that the exercise is the opposite of the highly ready and qualitative experience of Bahraini competencies in dealing with advanced cyber threats, as well as a fruitful integration between various government agencies and vital and private sectors, in order to enhance the position of the Kingdom of Bahrain in the field of protection of cyberspace.
The Board of Trustees appreciated the directives of His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa to hold the exercise annually, as it is a pioneering national platform to enhance cooperation, exchange experiences and develop capabilities, and to keep pace with the rapid developments in cybersecurity.
The Council also expressed its pride in honoring the Bahrain Institute for Political Development for its victory in the exercise on the education sector, stressing that this achievement reflects the institute’s commitment to strengthening its role in supporting the national march and developing political and knowledge awareness, in a way that contributes to building a generation aware of cybersecurity and the importance of protecting national gains.
The Board of Trustees considered that honoring the institute, along with leading national institutions, reflects Bahrain’s position as a model in cooperation between various sectors, and confirms that the protection of cyberspace represents a shared responsibility that requires the concerted official and societal efforts alike.
