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Kiribati Invited to Accede to the Convention on Cybercrime

Kiribati has been invited to accede to the Council of Europe’s Convention on Cybercrime, also known as the Budapest Convention. This move comes after an assessment by the Council found that Kiribati’s domestic laws are largely aligned with the convention.

What is the Budapest Convention?

The Budapest Convention is an international treaty aimed at preventing and combating cybercrime. It provides a framework for countries to cooperate in investigating and prosecuting cybercrimes, including hacking, identity theft, and online fraud.

Pacific Region Developments

Kiribati is not the only country in the Pacific region that has been invited to accede to the convention. Tonga has already become a party to the treaty, while Fiji and Vanuatu have also been invited and are expected to join soon.

Capacity-Building Projects

The Council of Europe’s Cybercrime Programme Office (C-PROC) will continue to work with Kiribati through its capacity-building projects to help the country implement the convention.

Malaysia Strengthens Cooperation on Cybercrime

Malaysia is taking steps to strengthen its cooperation on cybercrime. The country has been undertaking important measures to enhance its cybersecurity and combat cybercrime, including the implementation of a new Cybersecurity Act.

Support from the Council of Europe

The Council of Europe’s Octopus Project is supporting Malaysia in this effort through a workshop on cybercrime and electronic evidence. The event, which took place earlier this week, brought together experts from Malaysia and other countries to share knowledge and best practices.

Path towards Accession

Malaysia is close to meeting the requirements of the Budapest Convention, and its path towards accession is increasingly clear.

Thailand Cooperates with Council of Europe on Cybercrime

Thailand is cooperating with the Council of Europe’s Octopus Project on a basic training course for prosecutors on cybercrime and electronic evidence. The course aims to enhance the skills of Thai prosecutors in investigating and prosecuting cybercrimes.

Combating Online Scams

The event also touched on massive online scam schemes, commonly known as “pig butchering,” which have affected many victims in Thailand.

Capacity-Building Activities

The Council’s cooperation with Thailand may pave the way for more detailed capacity-building activities within the framework of the Budapest Convention.