Being always at the forefront, the UAE Government had been among the first to take advantage of the new technologies to ease daily lives for its residents.

On the launch, Mohd Noordin Pendosina N Lomondot, Ambassador from the Republic of the Philippines Department of Foreign Affairs, said, “The launch of the very first ePassport Renewal Centre in Kuwait marks an important milestone for the Philippines Department of Foreign Affairs. Through our partnership with VFS Global, we extend our reach to the Filipino community in Kuwait.”

The world’s biggest show is just around the corner, and tickets are now available for Expo 2020, set to kick off October 1. During that time, 25 million people are expected to visit the visually stunning and inspiring blockbuster event of 182 days.

According to data from Check Point Research, ransomware attacks in the UAE increased by 16% in June since the beginning of the year and globally the average number of ransomware attacks increased each week by 20% in May and April, by 41% in the first half of the year and 93% in the last 12 months.

By enhancing international knowledge transfer among students, creating a broader awareness of and interest in the technology area, and encouraging involvement in the region’s growing digital economy, the program eventually fosters the development of local ICT talent.