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RIYADH: 抖阴短视频鈥檚 Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday emphasized the need to 鈥渉armonize international efforts鈥� to ensure cybersecurity and 鈥減rotect children in cyberspace,鈥� the Saudi Press Agency reported.
In a message read at the opening ceremony of the two-day Global Cybersecurity Forum in Riyadh, the crown prince stated: 鈥淐yberspace is closely linked to the growth of economies, the prosperity of societies, the security of individuals, and the stability of nations.鈥�
According to SPA, he noted that due to the cross-border nature of cyberspace, it is essential to harmonize international efforts to seize the opportunities it presents and 鈥渇ace the challenges it presents, by investing in people.鈥�
The event convenes high-level international figures, including former prime ministers, top government officials, decision-makers, policymakers, thought leaders, and CEOs from more than 125 countries. Welcoming the participants, the crown prince said: 鈥淭he Kingdom of 抖阴短视频 has always been a force for good for the benefit of humanity and human prosperity around the world. It has continuously worked to uphold the principle of cooperation and strengthen international collaboration toward efforts that support development and prosperity for all nations. It has initiated several initiatives aimed at achieving these genuine goals in all sectors.鈥�
He added: 鈥淏elieving in the importance of investing in people in this vital and promising domain, in 2020 we launched two global initiatives. The first relates to protecting children in cyberspace, and the second focuses on empowering women in the field of cybersecurity. The institute for the Global Cybersecurity Forum is entrusted with overseeing both initiatives, as well as implementing the associated projects.鈥�
He highlighted the progress made by these initiatives, particularly the increased understanding of needs at the global level that has led to new and inspiring visions, enabling the GCF to develop impactful initiatives and programs, publish research and studies, and formulate new frameworks and strategies. These efforts empower decision-makers worldwide to develop policies and programs that enhance child protection in cyberspace and promote women鈥檚 participation in the field of cybersecurity.