Cabinet commends HRC adoption of resolution to protect children in cyberspace
The resolution, submitted by Saudi Arabia, aims to protect children in cyberspace and is rooted in the global initiative 'Child Protection in Cyberspace' launched by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in October 2024.
The Cabinet said that Saudi Arabia maintaining its position as the top-ranked country in global cybersecurity according to this year's edition of the International Institute for Management Development World Competitiveness Yearbook adds to a series of achievements made by this sector in record time.
Saudi Minister of State and Cabinet member Issam bin Saad bin Saeed said the Kingdom's first-place ranking globally in the ICT Development Index 2025 issued by the International Telecommunication Union is a confirmation of the strength of the its digital infrastructure.
It was also testament to the attractiveness of its investment environment and the development of the local digital economy, which has reached SR 495 billion ($132 billion) in size, he added.
The Cabinet also discussed the Kingdom's efforts and contributions at the international level to support multilateral action and enhance global economic growth rates, including continued cooperation with OPEC+ producers to maintain stability in oil markets.
The crown prince also briefed the Cabinet on the contents of his discussions with the President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto and a phone call he received from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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