Press Conference Addresses "Abu Dhabi Secrets" in Brussels, Prompting Global Attention - PHOTOS

World 15:27 29.04.2024

The International Institute for Rights and Development (IRDG), headquartered in Geneva, spearheaded a groundbreaking press conference titled "Cybersecurity and Human Rights - Ethics and Impact" at the Press Club Conference in Brussels, Europe, on April 26, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

According to the information received by Ednews, the conference unveiled the shocking revelations surrounding the "Abu Dhabi Secrets" scandal, shedding light on the clandestine operations of the Swiss company "Alp Services," based in Geneva. Alp Services, renowned for its array of services encompassing intelligence, political advisory, and crisis management, stands accused of engaging in espionage activities.

The "Abu Dhabi Secrets" scandal, which first emerged in 2021, exposed Alp Services' covert operations on behalf of the United Arab Emirates' intelligence apparatus. The company faces allegations of orchestrating private intelligence missions aimed at subverting adversaries of the Emirates, employing deceptive tactics such as disseminating fabricated information online.

Key Themes Explored:

Understanding Covert Operations: Delving into the methodologies and implications of the "Abu Dhabi Secrets" scandal.
Victims' Perspectives: Amplifying the voices of individuals and organizations impacted by espionage activities.
Media Manipulation and Its Fallout: Assessing the role of media in the scandal and its repercussions on public trust.
Legal Implications of Espionage: Examining the legal complexities surrounding private intelligence firms' activities.


In Conclusion:

Stakeholders including civil society, academia, businesses, victims, and research centers vehemently condemn Alp Services' actions and call for decisive action against both the company and its backers.

The conference identified various categories of victims affected by Alp Services' unethical practices:

Directly Affected Individuals: Victims targeted and harmed by false information dissemination and espionage.
Educational and Research Institutions: Entities inadvertently implicated in the spread of misinformation.
Affected Nations: Countries undermined by Alp Services' covert operations.
Emirati Citizens: Individuals within the UAE opposing such unethical actions or unwittingly supporting Alp Services.

The conference urged the European Parliament and the Swiss Parliament to address the issue swiftly, emphasizing the need for accountability and redress.

Panelists included esteemed figures such as Ms. Aya Linda from IRDG - Geneva, Dr. Susana Mangana from Deusto University - Bilbao, Spain, Mr. Anouar Gharbi from the Geneva Center for Democracy and Human Rights, Dr. Baptiste Brodard from the University of Fribourg, Dr. Fahid Qurashi from the University of Salford - UK, and Mr. Jean-Michel Brun, a prominent French journalist.

The revelations from the "Abu Dhabi Secrets" scandal underscore significant ethical concerns and underscore the need for vigilance in intelligence operations. The press conference aimed to bring attention to human rights violations and privacy breaches perpetrated under the guise of cybersecurity, urging accountability for those responsible.

IRDG, a non-governmental organization with consultative status at the Economic and Social Council since 2018, remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding human rights principles and advocating for justice.

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