A/77/92 Denmark [Original: English] [31 May 2022] In Denmark, as in many parts of the world, digital solutions are an integral part of everyday life. They are both a platform for basic societal activities and a key driver of economic growth. However, as our societies and our digital infrastructure have become increasingly interconnected, the ability and the willingness of State and non-State actors to conduct malicious cyberactivities has also increased. This should be of global concern, as malicious activities in cyberspace may constitute wrongful acts under international law and lead to potential escalation, which in turn threatens international security and stability. Russia’s unprovoked and unlawful invasion of Ukraine, which also includes cyberattacks against critical infrastructure, is particularly concerning and completely unacceptable, as it constitutes a violation of international law and undermines the framework for responsible State behaviour in cyberspace. As one of the most digitalized countries in the world, Denmark remains determined to prevent, deter and respond accordingly to malicious activities and to enhance international cooperation to this effect. Together with the European Union, Denmark seeks to strengthen international cooperation in favour of a global, open, stable, peaceful and secure cyberspace where human rights, fundamental freedoms and the rule of law fully apply. In this respect, Denmark stresses the importance of States adhering to the framework for responsible State behaviour i n cyberspace, which supports the international rules-based order, and affirms the applicability of international law, adherence to the voluntary norms of responsible State behaviour and the development and implementation of practical confidence-building measures. The framework has repeatedly been affirmed by all members of the General Assembly as the cornerstone of the international community’s efforts to deter reckless and irresponsible State behaviour in cyberspace and to avoid the most damaging cyberattacks and potential escalations. We therefore call on all Member States, including the Russian Federation, to honour their commitments. Efforts taken at the national level to strengthen information security and promote international cooperation in this field So far, Denmark has taken several steps to strengthen its cybersecurity and information security and to promote international cooperation on cybersecurity. The Danish Defence Agreement for the period 2018–2023 allocates DKr 1.4 billion to strengthened cybersecurity and cyberdefence, thereby strengthening the resilience and robustness of Danish society against cyberattacks. With the Danish cyber and information security strategy for the period 2018–2021, 25 initiatives, as well as 6 dedicated strategies, were introduced with the aim of: (a) sectors; Increasing cyber and information security, particularly within critical (b) Ensuring systematic and coordinated efforts; (c) Enhancing the technological resilience of digital infr astructure; (d) Improving the knowledge of citizens, businesses and authorities with regard to cybersecurity. As part of the strategy, dedicated cybersecurity and information security units in the six critical sectors (energy, finance, transport, health care, telecommunications and maritime) were established, as well as forums for the units to share experiences. 22-08761 9/34