CAMBRIDGE, UK: A group of Kuwaiti researchers participated Wednesday in the 15th Gulf Research Forum, currently being held at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom from July 22 to 24. The annual forum, which brings together scholars from over 180 countries, focuses on a broad spectrum of topics related to the Gulf region, including politics, economics, energy, security and the social sciences. Kuwait’s participation underscores the growing presence of its academic community on the international stage and highlights its commitment to addressing regional challenges, particularly in the fields of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and digital transformation.
Dr Fay Bin Salama, a specialist in cybersecurity, told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that she chaired the forum’s 12th workshop, held under the theme: “Enhancing the Security of Gulf States Against Threats – Hybrid: Building Resilience and Enhancing Regional Cooperation among GCC Countries.” During the session, she also presented a research paper proposing a unified framework to assess the cybersecurity readiness of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and to promote greater regional collaboration in countering emerging digital threats.
Talal Mulla Ali, a researcher and doctoral candidate at Brunel University London, contributed by presenting policy recommendations drawn from his ongoing research titled “The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Human-Machine Interaction in Social Media… to Alleviate the Fear of Loss.” Meanwhile, Awrad Mulla Ali, a doctoral researcher at the University of Birmingham, presented her study titled “Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Its Value in Legal Translation and Protection from Hybrid Threats – Case Study: The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior.” Her paper explored the integration of AI technologies within government institutions to enhance legal accuracy and cybersecurity.
The Gulf Research Forum includes 12 specialized workshops that address a range of regional topics, extending beyond the Gulf to include Iraq and Yemen. Since its inception in 2010, the forum has served as a platform for constructive dialogue and academic exchange, drawing participation from prominent leaders, policymakers, researchers and experts from around the world. The forum, which began its sessions on Tuesday, will feature numerous panel discussions and the presentation of peer-reviewed research papers aimed at informing regional policies and strengthening the Gulf’s strategic role both regionally and globally. — KUNA
