Kenya, Malawi, and Papua New Guinea Invited to Join the Convention on Cybercrime
On October 9, 2024, Kenya, Malawi, and Papua New Guinea were invited to join the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime by the Council of Europe. This invitation, valid for five years, is linked to capacity-building efforts conducted through the C-PROC. With these inclusions, the total number of Parties to the Convention reaches 76, highlighting increasing international cooperation in combatting cybercrime.
On October 9, 2024, during the 1509th Meeting of the Ministers’ Deputies, Kenya, Malawi, and Papua New Guinea received invitations to accede to the Convention on Cybercrime, also known as the Budapest Convention. This invitation, issued by the Council of Europe, is valid for a period of five years and is aimed at enhancing international cooperation in addressing cybercrime through capacity-building initiatives facilitated by the Cybercrime Programme Office of the Council of Europe (C-PROC).
The acceptance of these invitations enables more extensive support from the Council of Europe under the GLACY-e and Octopus Project initiatives. Following this development, the total number of Parties to the Convention now stands at 76, complemented by two additional signatories and 18 countries that have been invited to join. In total, 96 nations are now represented as members or observers within the Cybercrime Convention Committee (T-CY).
The Convention on Cybercrime, also referred to as the Budapest Convention, is a significant international treaty aimed at addressing the challenges posed by cybercrime. It provides a framework for countries to cooperate in the investigation and prosecution of offenses related to computer systems and data. The Council of Europe, through initiatives such as the GLACY-e and Octopus Project, offers various capacity-building activities to support countries in implementing the Convention and improving their cybersecurity frameworks. The participation of diverse nations in this Convention underscores the global recognition of the importance of cybersecurity and collaborative efforts to combat cyber threats.
In conclusion, the invitations extended to Kenya, Malawi, and Papua New Guinea to join the Convention on Cybercrime signify a crucial step towards bolstering international cooperation in combating cybercrime. This initiative enhances the Council of Europe’s commitment to supporting nations in their cybersecurity endeavors. With the addition of these three nations, the Convention now includes 76 Parties, illustrating the growing global emphasis on tackling cyber threats collaboratively.
Original Source: www.coe.int
