Hong Kong, Macau, and Guangdong Enhance Cybersecurity Cooperation
Strengthening Ties in Greater Bay Area
Cybersecurity collaboration has reached new heights as Hong Kong, Macau, and Guangdong province formalized a deal to strengthen ties in the Greater Bay Area. This agreement emphasizes technological exchange, information sharing, and emergency responses, addressing rising cybersecurity challenges. The deal was signed during the 2024 China Cybersecurity Week in Nansha, Guangzhou, highlighting the importance of joint efforts in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment.
Key Objectives for Cybersecurity Agreement
- Enhancement of collaboration on cybersecurity measures.
- Cross-border information sharing to tackle cyber threats.
- Government collaboration among Hong Kong’s Digital Policy Office, Cyberspace Administration of Guangdong, and Macau’s Cybersecurity Committee.
Legislative Efforts and Future Directions
Hong Kong's authorities plan to introduce the Protection of Critical Infrastructure (Computer System) Bill by year-end, aiming to secure essential services against cyberattacks. Lawmakers stress the need for collective defense, noting that regional cooperation is critical in combating cross-border cyber crime.
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