At GITEX Global 2025, TECHx Media had the opportunity to speak with Eng. Abdulaziz Al Nuaimi, Chief Security Officer at Huawei UAE, about the evolving cybersecurity landscape in the Gulf region and how Huawei is shaping secure digital futures for governments and businesses.

Cyber Risks Amid Rapid Digital Adoption

With the Gulf countries rapidly embracing digital transformation, emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence are becoming integral to government services and business operations. Eng. Al Nuaimi highlighted that this rapid adoption comes with its own set of risks. “While using these new emerging technologies, we need to consider the threats associated with them and ensure we have effective solutions and mitigation measures,” he explained. He pointed to the UAE Cyber Security Council’s recent release of an AI cybersecurity policy, designed to help both governments and service providers address AI-related security challenges. However, he emphasized that as technology evolves, so do the threats, making vigilance a continuous requirement.

Trust Through Transparency

Huawei has a longstanding presence in the global technology landscape, serving over 3 billion people in 170 countries. Eng. Al Nuaimi discussed the importance of trust while driving innovation. “We communicate frequently with our customers, governments, and entities about our security practices and how we design our products securely,” he said. He noted Huawei’s Transparency Center as a key initiative that allows governments to review security practices firsthand. Moreover, Huawei ensures its operations align with both local laws and international standards, reinforcing its commitment to cybersecurity best practices.

AI-Powered Cyber Threats

With cyber attacks increasingly leveraging AI, staying ahead of evolving threats is crucial. Eng. Al Nuaimi explained that Huawei engineers continually monitor emerging risks and integrate these insights into the design of their solutions. “Technology alone cannot stop cyber attacks. People and culture matter too,” he said, stressing the importance of continuous training and upskilling of engineers to counter sophisticated threats.

Security in Everyday Work

Human risk is a significant challenge in cybersecurity. Huawei addresses this through end-to-end assurance practices, embedding security considerations from strategic leadership to day-to-day operations. Employees across all departments receive frequent awareness training and capability-building to understand threats and incorporate security into their work.

A Message to CISOs

In closing, Eng. Al Nuaimi shared a perspective for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs): technology exists to serve humans, and cybersecurity must ensure that this service is delivered safely. “Whenever we serve, we need to think about how to do it securely, without compromising security and privacy,” he emphasized.

Huawei’s approach at GITEX Global 2025 underscores the balance between embracing cutting-edge technology and ensuring robust cybersecurity, reflecting a commitment to innovation that is both responsible and secure.

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