Pillar 5. Cyber Security Protection of individuals, government and the private sector against cyber crime and other malicious cyber activity. The use of information technology globally has grown exponentially, and with it the risks of attacks on computer systems and critical infrastructure, cyber crime, and the misuse of social media. Cyber security has become a high priority national security issue for all countries, requiring increasingly sophisticated and resource-intensive measures at the national level, as well as close Image: Vanuatu Daily Post international collaboration. Access to broadband internet has grown rapidly in Vanuatu, which is now one of the best-connected countries in the Pacific region. This speedy communication brings great opportunities in terms of business and economic activity, as well as social and cultural exposure. Government and private sector workshop participants at launch of Vanuatu’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) in June 2018. Currently in set-up phase, the aim of the CERT is to • • • Respond to cyber threats Promote security awareness Collaborate with international counterparts, as well as other cyber security institutions and firms. 43