Prime Minister calls on 5 countries to 'step up' implementation of Hanoi Convention

On the afternoon of October 25, in Hanoi, within the framework of the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), a High-Level Discussion Session took place.

Speaking at the discussion session, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized that digital transformation is not only an inevitable trend and an objective requirement, but also a strategic choice and top priority for all countries to achieve rapid and sustainable development.

Prime Minister visits the United Nations development achievements exhibition space

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However, this also comes with unprecedented risks such as cybercrime and cyberattacks. "This is a common challenge for all of humanity, comprehensive, involving all people and the entire globe: Without robust cybersecurity, there will be no safe digital society," the Prime Minister affirmed.

In this context, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed that ensuring cybersecurity and preventing and combating cybercrime is not only a matter for each nation and people, but also a shared responsibility of the entire international community.

The Prime Minister stated that a deep understanding of cybersecurity and combating cybercrime is a cornerstone and "backbone" of the national digital transformation process.

Recognizing that "no single nation is strong enough to fight cybercrime alone," Vietnam consistently demonstrates a proactive and responsible spirit, always ready to contribute to the goal of ensuring global cybersecurity. Participating in, promoting, and hosting the opening ceremony of the Hanoi Convention is important evidence of this commitment and effort.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the High-Level Discussion Session

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The Prime Minister called on countries to work together to implement the spirit of "5 enhancements": First, to strengthen international cooperation, establishing a close network of partnerships between countries, international organizations, and major technology corporations. Second, to strengthen the completion of national legal frameworks in accordance with the Convention. Third, to strengthen investment cooperation in cybersecurity infrastructure. Fourth, to strengthen the development of specialized human resources, enhancing the capacity to investigate, respond to, and handle cybercrime. Fifth, to strengthen participation in international legal frameworks on cyberspace.

According to the Prime Minister, the spirit of "5 initiatives" will be a call to action for the times so that the Hanoi Convention will truly become a source of inspiration for global cooperation, shared trust and responsibility of humanity in protecting the digital future.

Following Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's opening remarks, representatives from 18 countries delivered speeches. Notably, in his message to the High-Level Debate, the Russian President congratulated the UN members on their unity and consensus in adopting a universal international treaty on combating cybercrime, emphasizing that "Russia is always ready to cooperate closely with the international community" in this field.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/thu-tuong-keu-goi-cac-nuoc-5-day-manh-trien-khai-cong-uoc-ha-noi-185251025195301028.htm