Prime Minister: Cyber ​​security is not a problem of any single country

On October 25, within the framework of the signing ceremony and the High-level Conference of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres held a press conference to inform about the signing ceremony of the Hanoi Convention.

Evidence of the trust that the United Nations has in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said that although the Hanoi Convention was signed outside the United Nations headquarters, it received enthusiastic response from countries around the world with the participation of representatives from more than 100 countries and nearly 65 countries signed the Convention.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres held a press conference to inform about the signing ceremony of the Hanoi Convention.

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"This figure demonstrates the importance of the Hanoi Convention. Cyber ​​security is not a problem of any single country, so it is necessary to strengthen multilateralism and international solidarity to solve this global problem," the Prime Minister affirmed.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said that no country is safe if other countries are unsafe because of cyber security. "We must join hands to fight against this new type of crime that poses many challenges to countries in all aspects of life," the Prime Minister emphasized.

In addition, the negative impact of cyber security issues is not limited to the economy but also has a profound impact on the spirit, material and culture of nations. According to the Prime Minister, this is a common concern of the whole world, requiring cooperative efforts to minimize the consequences. Therefore, promoting multilateralism, promoting international cooperation and solidarity is necessary to effectively respond together.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at a press conference

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According to Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, in the current difficult context of the international situation, Vietnam has maintained its independence, sovereignty, political stability, and social order and safety; in which, it has achieved positive results, affirming its position in the group of 46 leading countries in cyber safety and security, internationally assessed as a "model", with high commitment and capacity in cyber security, ranked 16th in the world.

The Prime Minister stated that the United Nations' assignment of the mission to host the Hanoi Convention signing ceremony to Vietnam is a testament to the trust the United Nations has in Vietnam, while affirming the country's capacity to ensure cybersecurity and promote national digital transformation.

Big win for victims of cyberbullying

Speaking at a press conference, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said that this is a historic milestone and it is meaningful that this event takes place in Vietnam, a country that has proactively embraced technology, promoted innovation and become an important link in the world's digital supply chain.

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres speaks at a press conference

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The UN Secretary-General pointed out that the internet has connected us in extraordinary ways, but criminals have adapted just as quickly.

“Every day, cyberattacks defraud families, disrupt essential services, compromise economies and spread horrific child abuse material. A scam carried out in one country can devastate victims in five others while the evidence is stored in a sixth. To date, there are no globally agreed rules to prevent this,” said Mr. Guterres.

The United Nations Convention against Cybercrime therefore provides States with a powerful tool to prevent and combat cybercrime, while protecting human rights in cyberspace.

“The convention allows law enforcement agencies to share digital evidence across borders, one of the biggest barriers to justice to date. It also establishes a 24/7 cooperation network that helps countries trace money, identify perpetrators and recover stolen assets,” the UN Secretary-General said.

Notably, for the first time in an international treaty, the act of distributing private images without consent is recognized as a criminal offense, a major victory for victims of cyberbullying.

The UN Secretary-General affirmed that it is important to translate today's signatures into concrete actions. The Convention needs to be ratified quickly, fully implemented and supported with resources, training and technology, especially for developing countries.

"The United Nations will accompany countries in this process, through the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)," Mr. Guterres emphasized.

Responding to reporters' questions, Secretary-General António Guterres stressed the importance of the Convention's implementation prospects, saying that countries need to ratify and put in place enforcement mechanisms as soon as possible. In particular, the Convention guarantees human rights, and criminal investigation processes will also follow their own processes and absolutely respect human rights.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/thu-tuong-an-ninh-mang-khong-phai-la-van-de-cua-rieng-mot-quoc-gia-nao-185251025160509346.htm