NATO held a two-day conference in Tirana, the capital of Albania, focusing on enhancing the Alliance's cyber defense. This was reported by NATO's press service.
In a video address, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized the need for further security for allies in the digital age.
“Daily, various state and non-state actors are operating in cyberspace, attempting to undermine our defense and disrupt our critical infrastructure,” he stated.
He also reminded that in response to increasing cyber threats, the NATO Integrated Cyber Defense Center was established.
The center brings together civilian and military experts working to improve collective resilience against cyber threats.
“Allies are also increasing their investments in cyber defense,” he noted, stressing the importance of collective efforts in combating cyber adversaries. Investments are directed at enhancing allies' abilities to detect and prevent cyber threats.
“No ally should be left alone,” the Secretary General stressed. “In this digital era, we stand together against those who wish to harm us.”
Key topics during the conference included a proactive approach to cyber defense and closer cooperation between public and private sectors.