PNG Government has launched its campaign against cybercrime by setting up a taskforce to develop appropriate legislation, and allocating K1.32 million to conduct awareness among officials and the people.
Communication and Information Technology Minister Jimmy Miringtoro said the increasing use of the internet and digital technologies by adults and children in the country was “opening up possibilities” for criminal activities such as sexual exploitation of children, fraud, hacking, money laundering and theft. The other threats are cyber-stalking, cyber-bullying and identity theft. The taskforce comprised officials from State agencies and stakeholders. Cabinet has allocated K1.32m to conduct awareness among the people, “build capacity and train judges, court officials and the police” on cybercrime. He said a “well-equipped cybercrime unit” will be set up in the police force to deal with electronic evidence and to facilitate the sharing of information with international agencies. The Communication and Information Department and the National Information and Communications Technology Authority will be responsible for implementing the cybercrime policy, he said in a statement. “The policy will ensure that the country is prepared to respond to cybercrime by setting a course of action,” he said. The key priorities are: Protecting PNG people from cybercrime; preserving our cultural and traditional values; creating a safer cyber environment for all users; building trust and confidence in electronic or e-commerce; ensuring that PNG laws on cybercrime are in harmony with other regional and international laws dealing with cybercrime (and cyber security issues); promoting and enhancing international cooperation in addressing and combating cybercrimes; strengthening PNG’s law enforcement capacity in addressing and combating cybercrime (and cyber-security issues); increasing awareness, education and training on cybercrime (and cyber-security issues) within PNG; and, Ensuring effective coordination and collaboration among law enforcement agencies and stakeholders. “In today’s highly interconnected world, the number, sophistication and impact of cybercrimes continue to grow and pose a serious threat to individuals, businesses and governments,” he said. “PNG has a steadily growing internet and mobile handset subscribers, while more and younger people now have a Facebook account.” He said internet service providers would be asked to “share information”. “PNG recognises the social and economic benefits attributed to developments brought about by the advances made in the information and communication technology,” he said. “However the use of ICT poses security concerns to individuals, businesses and the public sector which need to be addressed.” PNG Facts/ The National Comments are closed.
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