UK and PH unite for stronger cybersecurity, defend digital world

TLDR:

• UK and Philippines cybersecurity experts join forces to enhance digital defense against cyber threats.
• The symposium brings together experts, government officials, and industry leaders to address the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats and develop strategies.
• The event emphasizes the importance of collaboration between government agencies, private enterprises, and academia in addressing cybersecurity challenges.
• Cybersecurity solution providers showcase innovative technologies and tools designed to safeguard digital assets.
• The UK Embassy in Manila expresses commitment to building a safer digital future together with the Philippines.
• The symposium highlights the UK’s investment in innovative partnerships to address the ever-changing cyber security landscape.
• Atty Irish Salandanan – Almeida and Mary Rose Magsaysay join the UK Government’s inaugural UK-Southeast Asia Women in Cyber Network.

UK, PH Cybersecurity Heads Join Forces to Boost Digital Defense

A recent symposium brought together cybersecurity experts, government officials, and industry leaders from the UK and the Philippines to address the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats. The event aimed to foster partnerships and knowledge exchange between the two countries in the realm of cybersecurity.

The symposium included panel discussions on trends, threats, and practices in cybersecurity, as well as the importance of collaboration among government agencies, private enterprises, and academia. Leading cybersecurity solution providers showcased innovative technologies and tools designed to safeguard digital assets.

His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Asia Pacific, Martin Kent, expressed enthusiasm for the event, emphasizing that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility that requires international cooperation. The UK Embassy in Manila reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a secure and resilient digital environment and building a safer digital future together with the Philippines.

His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Philippines, Laure Beaufils, highlighted cybersecurity as a top priority for the UK and announced the participation of Atty Irish Salandanan-Almeida and Mary Rose Magsaysay in the UK Government’s inaugural UK-Southeast Asia Women in Cyber Network. The network aims to provide a supportive community and opportunities for personal development in the cybersecurity industry.

The symposium underscores the importance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing in addressing the ever-changing cyber security landscape. It also highlights the UK’s investment in innovative partnerships to enhance digital defense against cyber threats.