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Written question asked by Lisa Nandy (Labour) on Tuesday, 13 July 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 July 2021 (named day). It was answered by James Heappey (Conservative) on Monday, 19 July 2021 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Cybersecurity: International Cooperation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the recommendation of the Intelligence and Security Committee’s report on Russia published on 21 July 2020, what progress the Government has made in working with its international allies to develop a common international approach to offensive cyber.

Answer

Working with international partners to deter and respond to malicious cyber activity is a core part of the Government's approach. As a responsible and democratic cyber power, the UK is at the forefront of developing a shared international understanding of the laws and norms that govern states' conduct in cyberspace. Earlier this year the UK submitted its national contribution on the application of international law to cyberspace to the UN's Group of Government Experts, for their consensus report on advancing responsible state behaviour in cyberspace. Furthermore, the UK was key to the establishment of a European cyber sanctions regime in 2019 and remains committed to working with our European allies to respond to malicious cyber activity.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
32378
Session
2021-22
Related items
Subjects
International cooperation Cybersecurity
Link
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