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3.
The content of the concepts mentioned in paragraph 3 (of the resolution)
Cyberrisks have to be encountered by means of enhanced international
cooperation (sphere of action 5 defined by the strategy). The Swiss foreign policy in
the field of cybersecurity focuses on the development of norms of responsible State
behaviour, confidence-building measures and capacity-building. With this in mind,
Switzerland participates in different international processes. The Organization for
Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) has adopted confidence -building
measures in the realm of cybersecurity. Switzerland considers this process as
paramount. In addition, the London process constitutes a further important process
within which Switzerland participates. Switzerland supports a range of projects
designed to develop capacity-building.
4.
Possible measures that could be taken by the international community to
strengthen security at the global level
All measures taken by the international community have to balance security
considerations and human rights deliberations. The same rights people have offline
must be guaranteed online as well. Measures designed to build trust and confidence
need to be further developed. The set of confidence -building measures adopted by
the OSCE is of paramount importance in order to strengthen security. Building
transparency by exchanging information and enhancing cooperation through
practical and joint activities will contribute to the overall stability of the
cyberdomain.
Togo
[Original: French]
[2 June 2016]
Although the progress of information and telecommunications is an enormous
asset for countries’ development, it also represents a threat to national and
international security. It is a virtual space that is often used for criminal or terrorist
purposes.
Togo is not immune to this threat and is already experiencing crime related to
information and communications technologies (ICT), ranging from scams and other
types of fraud to child pornography and offences against the freedom and integrity
of individuals.
In an age characterized by terrorism, the web and social media are used for
propaganda and recruitment by terrorist organizations. Most countries are also
migrating to electronic administration, representing a major challenge for our
Governments, which face the prospect of cyberattacks that could undermine the
functioning of administrations and civilian and military security.
It is therefore important to adopt measures at the national and interna tional
levels to regulate the ICT sector and ensure that it is not used for criminal purposes.
In Togo, several measures have been taken in this connection, including:
• Issuance of Decree No. 2011-120/PR of 6 July 2011 on the systematic and
mandatory identification of subscribers to telecommunications services;
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