Engineer Abdulrahman bin Ali al-Farahid al-Malki, president of the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), held discussions on October 21 with Canadian officials during Milipol Qatar 2026. The Canadian delegation included Scott Gilmour, Senior Adviser to the Prime Minister of Canada, and Dominic Rochon, Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet responsible for National Security and Intelligence.

The meeting focused on exploring potential areas of bilateral cooperation in cybersecurity. Both parties discussed shared challenges and opportunities aimed at enhancing cyber readiness and building a secure and sustainable digital environment. The dialogue highlighted mutual interests in strengthening digital infrastructure and exchanging expertise to address evolving cyber threats.

Milipol Qatar 2026, an international event centered on homeland security and safety, provided the platform for these high-level engagements. The discussions reflect ongoing efforts by both Qatar and Canada to deepen collaboration on cybersecurity matters amid growing global concerns over cyber threats and digital resilience.