Figure 4 – Critical Infrastructure Protection and Cybersecurity 5.2 PURPOSE OF A CYBERSECURITY STRATEGY We now proffer ideas that could help national leaders convince other stakeholders of the importance of a national cybersecurity strategy and their roles and responsibilities. We begin with the premise that all relevant stakeholders understand the contribution that CII make to the delivery services essential to daily life, commerce and national security. Yet the stakeholders may lack knowledge about the steps required to enhance the security of systems under their ownership and/or use. The stakeholders would also require help in understanding their role in improving cybersecurity. We offer the suggestions below. 5.2.1 Focus of National Cybersecurity Strategy Cybersecurity is a global challenge. Thus, a coordinated multi-sector response provides the only plausible route to building public confidence and trust in the use of ICTs. Since we do not have a world government, global efforts rely on national action. States are vital players in cybersecurity because they hold the legal, economic and diplomatic tools that determine the success of the Pillars of the Global Cybersecurity Agenda. Based on our experience of advising ITU Member States, we provide three main reasons for justifying strategies. However, feel free to come up with reasons most suited to your local setting. 26