The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) just held an introductory session at the Ministry of Interior's headquarters in Riyadh. Government, private, and nonprofit representatives packed the room, and they learned how the program unfolds before the main event.
The Ministry of Interior organizes the summit with Tuwaiq Academy. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud patronizes it.
First, GSTS Month runs from November 1 to 30, 2026. Next, the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF) takes place from November 24 to 26. Finally, the main Summit lands in Riyadh from December 18 to 20.
Together, these events advance innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.
GSTS Month brings boot camps, workshops, and training programs to all 13 administrative regions, in person and remotely. Organizers aim to spot emerging talent and sharpen professional skills.
Meanwhile, SAIF welcomes innovators to the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, showcasing projects across 14 technology fields. Visitors can register at saifair.sa.
The summit spotlights cybersecurity, AI, IoT, and crisis management. Ahmed Altowayan, Chairman of the Organizing Committee, calls it a global platform for exchanging expertise.
Ready to join? Register at gsts.sa.
