Kenya, Malawi, and Papua New Guinea have been invited to join the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime, following the 1509th Meeting of Ministers’ Deputies. This five-year invitation results from capacity-building initiatives of the Council of Europe. With this inclusion, 96 States are now engaged with the convention, marking a unified front against cybercrime on a global scale.
On October 9, 2024, during the 1509th Meeting of the Ministers’ Deputies, Kenya, Malawi, and Papua New Guinea received invitations to accede to the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime. This invitation is effective for a period of five years from the date of adoption. It is a result of the Council of Europe’s Cybercrime Programme Office (C-PROC) initiatives aimed at capacity building. These countries will benefit from increased assistance through the GLACY-e and Octopus Project. With these additions, the total number of States involved with the convention rises to 96, including 76 Parties, two signatories, and 18 invited countries.
The Budapest Convention on Cybercrime, established by the Council of Europe, is a key international treaty that aims to enhance cooperation in combating cybercrime globally. It provides a framework for the harmonization of national laws and promotes international collaboration among its signatories. The recent invitations to Kenya, Malawi, and Papua New Guinea reflect ongoing efforts to expand support for nations seeking to improve their legal and technical frameworks in addressing cybercrime. This is facilitated through various collaborative projects that focus on enhancing capacities in the member states.
In summary, the invitation extended to Kenya, Malawi, and Papua New Guinea to join the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime marks a significant step toward global cooperation on cybercrime issues. With this initiative, the Council of Europe continues to reinforce its commitment to aiding nations in strengthening their cybercrime legislation and facilitates better international collaboration. The involvement of these nations is expected to further enhance global strategies against cyber threats.
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