Cyber and Digital Policy in Asia

Indonesian experts give views at the public discussion and symposium organized by the National Cyber and Encryption Agency (BSSN) to collect inputs for deliberation on the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill.

Huawei senior management says that the company has cybersecurity arrangements with Britain, Canada, Germany, set up with the respective countries, where they test Huawei products, but not with China.

Kaspersky reports that Vietnam had the most offline cyberattacks in SE Asia, but there is some good news on the Cybersecurity front

Key government cybersecurity leaders from Singapore, Australia and Indonesia spoke about the importance of peaceful coexistence in light of the upcoming UNGGE meeting which will discuss norms of behavior for state to state activities in cyberspace. The panel was at RSA APJ Conference 2019.

Philippines SEC (Security Exchange Commission) issues draft rules for Digital Asset Management platforms, including requirements for cybersecurity policies.

Singapore launches public consultation on changes to its data privacy laws, including more data portability for consumers, and more options for businesses to use data without explicit consent.

Singapore announces results of Government Bug Bounty Programme

Malaysia's Deputy PM outlines plans for National Cybersecurity Strategy, building Cybersecurity awareness in Malaysia, and international collaboration.

Thailand passed a new Cybersecurity Act on February 28th.