International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience 2026 concluded in Abu Dhabi after attracting record participation and highlighting the growing role of advanced technologies in global security and resilience.
Held under the patronage of Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the three-day event brought together government officials, security experts and technology companies from around the world under the theme “Securing Tomorrow Today”.
Organised by ADNEC Group in partnership with the Ministry of Interior and Abu Dhabi Police, the exhibition welcomed more than 37,000 visitors, representing a sharp increase compared with the previous edition.
Exhibitor participation also expanded significantly, with more than 250 companies showcasing solutions across cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, resilience, digital policing and emergency response technologies. Organisers noted strong representation from both local and international firms, alongside growing participation from small and medium-sized enterprises.
Ahmed Naser Al Raisi said the exhibition demonstrated the UAE’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation in security and resilience while promoting innovation-driven solutions to emerging challenges.
The event introduced several new initiatives, including the inaugural Abu Dhabi Global Summit for Sustainable Security, which explored institutional resilience, preparedness and the future of security systems. The summit featured panel discussions, workshops and roundtable sessions involving experts from multiple countries.
Artificial intelligence also featured prominently during the event through the AI Security Forum, where participants discussed the growing role of AI-powered systems in protecting infrastructure, transport networks, smart cities and energy assets.
Cybersecurity was another major focus area, with the Code Breaker Hackathon offering participants hands-on experience in tackling simulated cyber threats and digital attack scenarios.
The final day of the exhibition included discussions on family digital safety and community security, with speakers stressing the importance of cyber awareness, responsible technology use and stronger cooperation between families and authorities to address online threats.
Organisers confirmed that the 10th edition of ISNR will take place in April 2028.
