4 Overarching principles
law enforcement, national and international security, international relations, trade
negotiations, sustainable development, etc.
It is important to understand all the aspects of cybersecurity and how they
interrelate, potentially complementing or competing with each other. Based on
this understanding and an analysis of the country’s specific context, priorities can
then be defined in line with the objectives and implementation timeline of the
Strategy. Priorities will allow for setting up specific objectives and timelines and to
allocate the necessary resources.
The priorities included in a National Cybersecurity Strategy will vary by country.
Some of the cybersecurity topics can be addressed in the same or in separate
strategic documents (e.g., digital aspects of national security and defence can be
addressed within a national security or defence strategy).
Further references available on page 56.
4.3 Inclusiveness
The Strategy should be developed with the active participation of all the
relevant stakeholders, and it should address their needs and responsibilities.
The digital environment has become critical to government, businesses
and individuals. These groups face cybersecurity risks and share a level of
responsibility in managing them, depending on their role. While it may be a
difficult task, identifying and engaging all the relevant stakeholders is essential
to the development and successful implementation of a National Cybersecurity
Strategy. This will help understand stakeholder needs and their unique knowledge
and expertise, thus facilitating cooperation towards achieving the objectives of
the Strategy.
To foster inclusiveness, the Strategy should be a public document.
Further references available on pages 56 and 57.
4.4 Economic and Social Prosperity
The Strategy should foster economic and social prosperity and maximise the
contribution of ICT to sustainable development and social inclusiveness.
The digital environment has the potential to expedite economic growth and social
progress, to advance key societal values, to improve public-service delivery and
capacity, to facilitate international trade, and to promote good governance.
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