A strong message of multilateralism

Ahead of the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, also known as the Hanoi Convention, which will take place from October 25 to 26 in Hanoi, experts and scholars said this is an important milestone reflecting Vietnam's commitment to collective solutions to global threats.

According to Mr. Sudhanshu Mittal, Director of Technical Solutions at the National Association of Software and Services Companies of India (Nasscom), Vietnam was chosen to host the signing ceremony of the Hanoi Convention thanks to its active role in the drafting process of the Convention, along with the application of a solid legal framework demonstrated by the 2018 Law on Cyber ​​Security, and a team of highly qualified human resources...

These factors have helped Vietnam become a "bright spot" and an ideal location to host the United Nations' landmark event, the expert said.

Regarding the Hanoi Convention, Mr. Sudhanshu Mittal assessed that this is the first global treaty of the United Nations in 20 years on the field of combating cybercrime, aiming to harmonize national laws, promote cross-border investigation cooperation, share electronic evidence, and provide legal and technical support between countries.

According to him, the Convention will open up great opportunities for countries to enhance international cooperation, build capacity and improve the legal framework. Referring to India's experience in ensuring cyber security, Mr. Sudhanshu Mittal emphasized that this Asian country has built a legal framework and a close coordination mechanism between state agencies and the private sector.

Meanwhile, a representative of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) said that the strong development of information and communication technology in recent years is changing society, helping to solve governance problems and promote sustainable development.

However, technology not only brings new opportunities, but also causes global threats, including cybercrime. The birth of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime is a historic milestone. According to the UNODC representative, Vietnam has played a constructive and inclusive role throughout the negotiation process of the Convention, helping to narrow the differences, leading to the signing ceremony in Hanoi.

Source: https://nhandan.vn/thong-diep-manh-me-cua-chu-nghia-da-phuong-post917306.html