The signing ceremony and High-Level Conference on the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (known as the Hanoi Convention) have just concluded successfully in Hanoi.
The event attracted high-level delegations from many countries; it was highly appreciated by experts and international officials for its importance and organization, especially Vietnam's active role as host.
We highly appreciate the organization and global initiatives.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the event, Artur Liukmanov, Director of the Department of International Information Security of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation for international cooperation in the field of information security, expressed his deep satisfaction with the event.
Mr. Artur Liukmanov emphasized that the "grand organization" of the Convention signing ceremony was the result of meticulous preparation by "friends of Russia" - the Vietnamese Government .
According to him, Russia was one of the countries that initiated this Convention in 2019 and immediately supported Vietnam's proposal to hold the signing ceremony in Hanoi a year earlier.
Regarding the significance of the Convention, Artur Liukmanov stated that the goal is to provide countries around the world with "the necessary tools to combat cybercrime."
The five-year negotiation process was fraught with obstacles, but ultimately concluded successfully when all UN member states shared the understanding that such a Convention was necessary. It is an essential tool for "combining efforts" from multiple parties to "eliminate evil" in cyberspace.
The Russian delegation participating in the Convention's signing ceremony was led by the Prosecutor General of the Russian Federation, Alexander Gutsan, and signed the Convention. Russia also contributed to the program of the ceremony by organizing a side roundtable discussion on capacity building and technical support, along with drills against cyberattacks.
Russian experts also shared existing "technical solutions" with Vietnam and other delegations.
Artur Liukmanov asserted that "the human factor is the most important element" in the fight against cybercrime, and this factor is also playing a crucial role in promoting cooperation between Russia and Vietnam in the fight against cybercrime. According to Liukmanov, the two countries are "cooperating closely" in training information security personnel, with hundreds of Vietnamese students participating in specialized courses in this field annually.
Vietnam has earned the respect of the international community.
South African Justice Minister Mmamiloko T. Kubayi affirmed that the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime is of "great importance" to the international community. She stated that it is one of the most important conventions in many years. The convention contains many "important" provisions aimed at "protecting the economy, infrastructure," and vulnerable populations.
Minister Kubayi specifically noted that this is a "technology-neutral convention," creating opportunities for global cooperation, as well as between South Africa and Vietnam, in "sharing necessary skills, knowledge, and techniques."
South African Justice Minister Mmamiloko T. Kubayi answers questions from a VNA reporter. (Photo: Viet Duc/VNA)
Regarding Vietnam's role as host, Minister Kubayi affirmed that Vietnam's selection as the host country for the signing ceremony of the Convention was "truly well-deserved." She shared: "Hanoi is a peaceful and beautiful city, and we will come to know this convention and call it the Hanoi Convention."
The event was also described as "very successful" by the South African Minister of Justice, with the presence of many leaders and ministers from various countries leading delegations. This not only demonstrates the commitment of these countries to the Convention, but also reflects "the respect that these countries have for Vietnam."
Ms. Kubayi also reiterated that this Convention will provide a platform for South Africa and Vietnam to exchange views, especially following the South African President's state visit to Vietnam, with the aim of elevating bilateral relations to the level of a Strategic Partnership. South Africa and Vietnam have a strong relationship, supporting each other on multilateral platforms such as the United Nations.
The Signing Ceremony and Summit on the United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime is not only a significant diplomatic achievement after five years of tense negotiations, but also clear evidence of Vietnam's position and capacity to organize international events, thereby strengthening cooperative relations with countries such as Russia and South Africa in the global fight against cybercrime.
(VNA/Vietnam+)
Source: https://www.vietnamplus.vn/cong-uoc-ha-noi-dau-moc-lich-su-ve-an-ninh-mang-va-vai-tro-chu-nha-cua-viet-nam-post1073043.vnp
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