Objectives & Goals The pursuit of Economic growth through ICT The National Cybersecurity strategy is consistent with the aims and strategies of the Kiribati National ICT policy 2019 and the Development Plan – namely, the pursuit of economic growth and the development of the full potential of ICT. It shall take into account relevant national, regional and global best practices in building confidence and security in ICT by cultivating strong linkages with the applicable UN GA resolutions as well as the ITU recommendations. Proper protection for all Kiribati citizens against cyber threats The government aims to protect the people, businesses and government agencies and provide the necessary secure framework to achieve the aims developed and defined in the National ICT Policy. The government is aware that the measures defined by the ICT Policy, will have a major impact on the connectivity within the country. In addition the government is aware that with the increase in bandwidth new services will be available and that some of them will go along with security concerns. As a consequence the government gives priority to a timely implementation of this strategy to ensure that Cybersecurity measures are implemented in parallel to the increase in services and connectivity. Policy measures shall include appropriate legislation and regulations. The legislation will especially focus improving the fight against criminal abuse of ICT and Cybercrime. Regulations will especially focus on technical minimum standards in relation to Cybersecurity. Kiribati National Cyber Security Strategy 2020 3