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Malaysia Sun
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Malaysia Sun
Cooperation needed to combat cybercrime threats
PUTRAJAYA, Malaysia, June 24 (Xinhua) -- Stronger and more coordinated cooperation among members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is needed to counter the rising threats of cybercrime, which have emerged as a serious and pressing challenge, Home Affairs Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said here on Tuesday. In his opening remarks at the 25th ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crime and related meetings, Saifuddin Nasution cautioned that the increasingly complex nature of cybercrime and the rapid adoption of technology by criminal networks require a proactive and timely response. "The rising threat of cybercrime, everything from financial scams to ransomware attacks, clearly shows us that this isn't just a future problem; it's a pressing issue right now," he said. "Our digital defenses must evolve as fast as technology does. This means we must adopt new technologies, including using artificial intelligence responsibly, to significantly improve how we detect, prevent, and enforce against these crimes," he said. Saifuddin Nasution emphasized that in today's increasingly fragmented global environment, international cooperation remains the cornerstone of regional stability. He said such cooperation is not only vital in addressing shared security threats but also in preserving economic resilience and maintaining public trust in institutions, adding that ASEAN must ensure its commitment to consensus is matched by a readiness to act decisively in the face of evolving challenges.
Barnama
a day ago
- Politics
- Barnama
ASEAN Must Work Closer Together To Combat Growing Cybercrime Threats
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail delivers his opening speech during the opening ceremony of 25th ASEAN Senior officials meeting on Transnational Crime (SOMTC) and irelated meeting in Putrajaya today. Home Minister Datuk Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (sixth, right) taking a group photo with the Senior Officer of the ASEAN country during the opening ceremony of 25th ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crime (SOMTC) and its related meeting in Putrajaya today. PUTRAJAYA, June 24 (Bernama) -- The rising threats of cybercrime, ranging from financial scams to ransomware attacks, highlight the urgent need for stronger and more coordinated cooperation among ASEAN member states, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. Saifuddin Nasution said these crimes have emerged as a serious and pressing challenge in today's digital age. 'It clearly shows us that this is not just a future problem; it is a pressing issue right now. Our digital defences must evolve as fast as technology does. 'This means we must adopt new technologies, including the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI), to significantly improve how we detect, prevent and enforce laws against these crimes,' he said when opening the 25th ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crimes (SOMTC) and Its Related Meetings here today. However, Saifuddin Nasution noted that technology alone is not enough, stressing that the true strength of the collective response lies in trust, information-sharing and building each other's capabilities even as new tools are embraced. He called on ASEAN member states to strengthen collaboration through platforms such as the SOMTC to ensure regional efforts keep pace with fast-evolving cyber threats. Malaysia, he said, remains committed to working closely with ASEAN partners to safeguard the region's digital landscape. 'This is crucial for our shared goals of peace, safety and stability in the region. We believe this is not just something we should do; it's something we must do,' he said. Saifuddin Nasution emphasised that in today's increasingly fragmented global environment, international cooperation remains the cornerstone of regional stability.
