A/66/152
I. Introduction
1.
In paragraph 3 of its resolution 65/41, the General Assembly invited all
Member States, taking into account the assessments and recommendations contained
in the report of the Group of Governmental Experts on Developments in the Field of
Information and Telecommunications in the Context of International Security, 1 to
continue to inform the Secretary-General of their views and assessments on the
following questions:
(a)
General appreciation of the issues of information security;
(b) Efforts taken at the national level to strengthen information security and
promote international cooperation in this field;
(c)
The content of the concepts mentioned in paragraph 2 of the resolution;
(d) Possible measures that could be taken by the international community to
strengthen information security at the global level.
2.
Pursuant to that request, on 16 March 2011, a note verbale was sent to Member
States inviting them to provide information on the subject. The replies received are
contained in section II below. Any additional replies received will be issued as
addenda to the present report.
II. Replies received from Governments
Australia
[Original: English]
[31 May 2011]
Australia welcomes the opportunity to submit this reply containing our views,
pursuant to General Assembly resolution 65/41 on developments in the field of
information and telecommunications in the context of international security.
Australia aspires to be a world leader in cybersecurity. We recognize the
importance and benefits of the advances in technology to the global digital economy
and the security of all nations. Australia aims to maximize economic and security
gains for all nations as a result of our expertise.
As technologies have become more pervasive in our lives, Government,
business and individuals have become increasingly dependent upon them for a
variety of purposes and functions, ranging from online purchasing of goods and
services, communicating with others, searching for information and managing
finances through to controlling equipment in the mining and manufacturing
industries. To maximize the benefits of the Internet and the digital economy, and to
enhance cybersecurity around the globe, it is imperative nations work together to
achieve a trusted, secure and resilient cyberspace. Australia strives to be a proactive
and engaged player in enhancing cyberspace for all users — States, business and
individuals.
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A/65/201.
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