Bahrain hosts GCC cybersecurity exercise to strengthen regional cyber defenses
MANAMA, November 12, Saudi Arabia Breaking News – Bahrain hosted a joint cybersecurity exercise involving specialists from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states on Thursday, focusing on coordinated responses to cyber incidents and the protection of critical infrastructure.
The sixth GCC cybersecurity exercise, organized by Bahrain's National Cyber Security Center (NCSC), brought together cybersecurity professionals from across the Gulf to strengthen regional preparedness against digital security threats.
The exercise focused on improving the ability of national cybersecurity teams to detect, investigate and respond to incidents, while strengthening operational coordination between participating countries.
A central objective was to improve communication and information-sharing mechanisms among GCC cybersecurity specialists, enabling national teams to coordinate their responses more effectively.
The initiative also aimed to reinforce the protection of government institutions and critical infrastructure across GCC member states, where cybersecurity readiness remains a shared priority.
Source: Saudi Press Agency (SPA)
