India practices a 'multi-alignment' approach in its cyber diplomacy. How does this posture strengthen India's internal security while maintaining strategic autonomy?
Introduction
Cyber diplomacy refers to the use of ICT strength in conduct of international relations. In a world of cyber connectivity, cyber diplomacy became relevant.
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⊳ India's "multi-alignment" approach: (1) Collaborating with multiple players in cyber domain ⊳ Eg: QUAD as well as SCO. (2) Strengthening global community guidelines on cyber security ⊳ Eg: Participation in "Precedence Principles" negotiation. (3) Focus on global supply chain for cyber security. (4) Partnerships in coded platforms. Eg: UNIA resolution on cyber security. ⊳ Strengthening India's internal security and strategic autonomy: (1) Building cyber-proofing of critical infrastructure ⊳ Eg: Adoption of best principles from EU. (2) No dependency on a single partner. ⊳ Eg: Supply chain resilience initiative. (3) Allowing free own financing and take ownership through cyber world ⊳ Eg: PAFT using cyber-security to curb black money. (4) Strengthening India's standing in cyber diplomacy ⊳ Eg: UN-passed India "Cyber Suraksha Vandrai".
Cyber is an emerging domain which needs a strategic focus and technology upgradation.
Conclusion
Cyber is an emerging domain which needs a strategic focus and technology upgradation.
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Apurva Verma
Internal Security
Challenges to Internal Security Through Communication Networks
Cyber Diplomacy and Multi-alignment
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