PRIME MINISTER'S
FOREWORD
Singapore is an international centre of exchange and
commerce. We must always be open to new technologies
and know-how, in order to connect ideas, economies and
cultures across the world.
Digitally, Singapore is one of the most connected
nations in the world. We have long embraced infocomm
technologies for economic and social development.
Today, we have more phone lines than people. Almost all
households have high-speed broadband Internet access.
However, reliance on infocomm technologies also makes us vulnerable.
Cyber threats and attacks are becoming more sophisticated, with more severe
consequences. We cannot take cybersecurity for granted.
The Cybersecurity Strategy outlines Singapore’s vision, goals and priorities.
We are determined to protect essential services from cyber threats, and to create a
secure cyberspace for businesses and communities. The Cyber Security Agency
of Singapore will take the lead, and work with other agencies and private sector
partners to achieve this.
The Government cannot do it alone. Businesses are responsible for protecting
customers’ personal data. Individuals need to practise good cyber hygiene
to keep personal devices and data safe. If we each do our part to use our
systems and devices responsibly, then collectively we can help to protect
Singapore’s cyberspace.
Cyber attackers do not respect jurisdictions. All countries, especially highlyconnected ones like Singapore, benefit from international cooperation in securing
global infocomm infrastructures and responding to cyber threats. Singapore will
work closely with other countries to build consensus in cyber norms, strengthen
capacity and address cyber threats and crimes.
Singapore’s Cybersecurity Strategy
Copyright © 2016
by Cyber Security Agency of Singapore
All rights reserved.
As an industry, cybersecurity offers opportunities and good jobs for Singaporeans.
The Government will provide education and training opportunities for
Singaporeans who wish to pursue a career in cybersecurity.
Together, we will build a resilient and trusted cyber environment for Singapore –
one that harnesses the benefits of technology to improve the lives of Singaporeans.
ISBN: 978-981110812-9
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