The Future of Arab Security in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Strategic Foresight

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) represents a pivotal turning point in human history, transcending its role as a mere technical tool to become the primary driver in reshaping the concepts of power and security within the Arab sphere. As the gravity of confrontations shifts from traditional battlefields to cyber and algorithmic spaces, complex patterns of hybrid threats have emerged, characterized by rapid speed and anonymity. This shift has placed traditional security systems under a rigorous test of resilience and responsiveness, amid a reality marked by technological dependency and a widening digital divide. The foresight into the future of Arab security necessitates moving beyond classical approaches toward adopting strategies that rely on AI as a fundamental pillar for enhancing national sovereignty. This entails transforming security doctrines from "reactive" to "predictive security and preemptive deterrence" by leveraging Big Data to fortify critical infrastructure. The transition toward a smart Arab security system is no longer a technological luxury but a strategic necessity to ensure stability in an era where risks ignore geographical borders. In this age, wars are governed by digital superiority, and sovereignty is preserved only through the mastery of the algorithm, within future trajectories that balance technological opportunities with the obstacles of collective security integration.