The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is taking centre stage in the Middle East for its innovative strategies in sustainable security.

Dr. Daria Daniels Skodnik, a senior scholar in International Security & Defense and former Deputy Commandant & Dean at the NATO Defense College, spotlighted the UAE’s role while speaking about the upcoming Intersec 2024 Security Leaders’ Summit.

The event is scheduled from 16-18 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

Transformative collaboration in Middle Eastern security

Dr. Skodnik emphasises the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing the multifaceted challenges of security, ranging from economic power to environmental threats.

She highlights the UAE’s pioneering security strategy, which includes anticipatory governance, aligning policies, resources, and technology.

The UAE’s approach, focusing on diplomacy, partnerships, and multilateralism, aims to foster regional stability and shared prosperity.

Redefining resilience and deterrence

The UAE’s initiatives have influenced the Middle East’s security framework, highlighting the significance of alliances and agreements in bolstering collective security.

Dr. Skodnik also pointed out the crucial role of citizen engagement in future-proofing security.

An educated and participatory society is essential for a responsive and resilient security infrastructure.

Intersec 2024: A global platform for security innovation

The Intersec Security Leaders’ Summit is set to be a convergence point for global thought leaders and security experts.

The summit will feature panel discussions on topics like “Future-Proofing Security,” with Dr.

Skodnik joining experts from organisations such as the United Nations Office on Counter Terrorism (UNOCT), the UAE Ministry of Interior, the Canadian Armed Forces, Saudi Aramco, and Interpol.

UAE’s proactive stance on sustainable security

Grant Tuchten, Portfolio Director at Intersec organiser Messe Frankfurt Middle East, praised the UAE’s proactive approach to sustainable security.

He remarked that the UAE’s stance is reshaping global security paradigms and that the Intersec Security Leaders’ Summit serves as a catalyst for advocating new security approaches and championing sustainable security.

IFSJ Comment

The UAE’s leading role in advancing sustainable security practices in the Middle East is a notable development.

Their strategy, focusing on anticipatory governance and collaborative efforts, underlines the importance of integrated responses in a globally interconnected landscape.

The Intersec 2024 summit serves as an important platform for discussing these strategies, offering insights into future trends and challenges in security.

The UAE’s approach, emphasising diplomacy and inclusive governance, could serve as a model for other regions seeking to enhance their security frameworks.

This proactive stance in addressing contemporary and future security challenges demonstrates the dynamic nature of international security and the need for continuous innovation and collaboration.

About Intersec 2024

Intersec 2024, hosted under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, marks the 25th anniversary of this influential security event.

It focuses on tailored solutions across various sectors like Commercial & Perimeter Security, Homeland Security & Policing, Fire & Rescue, Safety & Health, and Cyber Security.

The summit is renowned for promoting innovation and connectivity across industries, playing a pivotal role in the global security landscape.