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Pakistan Calls For UN-led Cyber Capacity Building Mechanism To Promote Cooperation Among States
Faizan Hashmi Published May 12, 2024 | 11:50 AM
UNITED NATIONS, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 12th May, 2024) Pakistan has underscored the need for a permanent cyber capacity building mechanism under the UN, particularly in bridging the gap between the developing and developed countries, in an effort to promote trust and cooperation among states.
"International cooperation in the area of capacity building on an equal footing is a key measure for a safe, secure, stable and peaceful ICT (Information and Communications Technologies) environment," Ambassador Munir Akram told the Global Roundtable on ICT Security Capacity Building.
"We support the idea of a permanent capacity building mechanism under the UN, as well as a dedicated funding mechanism to support capacity building projects in developing countries," the Pakistani envoy added.
The session was presided over by Singapore's UN Ambassador Burhan Gafoor, who heads the Open-ended Working Group on Security of and in the use of ICTs.
Cyber security capacity building is aimed at equipping individuals and organizations with the knowledge, skills and tools they need to protect themselves and their digital assets.
“We are particularly concerned at the frequency of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure," Ambassador Akram said, pointing out that Pakistan has been a particularly long-standing victim of its other threat -- disinformation.
Noting ICT technologies' vast positive potential, the Pakistani envoy said also highlighted their negative side -- expansion of the domains of conflict, saying, "Cyber warfare has emerged as a new domain of warfare."
As such, Ambassador Akram said, "It is urgent to address key emerging trends of malicious activities in cyberspace both by states and non-state actors."
But, he said, the applicability of existing international law to cyber space was not sufficient to address the multifaceted legal challenges arising from ICTs threats.
Therefore, Ambassador Akram called for a legally binding international instrument, specifically tailored to the unique attributes of ICTs, and to provide a regulatory framework that creates stability and safety in cyberspace.
In conclusion, Ambassador Akram hoped that the discussions at the Global Roundtable would yield practical recommendations to address the capacity needs of developing countries, marking a significant step towards a safer and more secure digital future for all.
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