An overview of Uruguay’s cyber policy landscape is available on the UNIDIR Cyber Policy Portal Project
International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI)
Beneficiary Countries
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- + 73 more
Beneficiary groups
Implementors
Themes & Topics
- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
- National Computer Security Incident Response
- Cybercrime
- + 1 more
International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI)
The International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI), established in 2021 by the United States, is the world’s largest international cyber partnership. With 68 global members, CRI strengthens resilience against ransomware, disrupts criminal ecosystems, and fosters collaboration through shared intelligence, policy innovation, and capacity-building efforts to protect critical sectors and global communities […]
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El PAcCTO 2.0
Implementors
- International and Ibero-American Foundation for Administration and Public Policies (FIIAPP)
- France – Expertise France
- Civipol
- + 4 more
Themes & Topics
El PAcCTO 2.0
EL PAcCTO 2.0 aims at fostering an EU-LAC partnership on Justice and Security, fighting organized transnational crime through an integral approach to reinforce the Rule of Law in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Canada’s support to the OAS and its member states in addressing the gender gap in the cybersecurity agenda
Beneficiary Countries
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Barbados
- + 31 more
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Canada’s support to the OAS and its member states in addressing the gender gap in the cybersecurity agenda
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Canada’s support to the OAS and its Member States to prevent, combat and mitigate cybersecurity threats in the Americas (Phase 2)
Beneficiary Countries
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Barbados
- + 31 more
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Canada’s support to the OAS and its Member States to prevent, combat and mitigate cybersecurity threats in the Americas (Phase 2)
The project supports the OAS and its member states to prevent, combat and mitigate cybersecurity threats in the Americas. This will be achieved through international cooperation as a result of the implementation of National Cybersecurity Strategies, and greater participation in the dialogue on international norms in cyberspace.
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EU CyberNet LAC4 – Latin America and Caribbean Cyber Competence Centre
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EU CyberNet LAC4 – Latin America and Caribbean Cyber Competence Centre
LAC4 is a regional cybersecurity competence centre with a physical facility in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic. LAC4 offers trainings and consultations for the whole LAC region, covering incident response, strategy implementation, national risk assessments, exercises and more. The centre was officially opened in 2022.
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Europe Latin America Programme of Assistance against Transnational Organised Crime (EL PAcCTO)
Implementors
- France – Expertise France
- International and Ibero-American Foundation for Administration and Public Policies (FIIAPP)
Themes & Topics
Europe Latin America Programme of Assistance against Transnational Organised Crime (EL PAcCTO)
EL PAcCTO (Europe Latin America Programme of Assistance against Transnational Organised Crime) is an international cooperation programme funded by the European Union that seeks to contribute to security and justice in Latin America by supporting the fight against transnational organised crime. In its intervention, EL PAcCTO addresses the entire criminal […]
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OAS policy-makers’ study visit
Implementors
Themes & Topics
- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
- National Computer Security Incident Response
- Critical Information Infrastructure Protection
OAS policy-makers’ study visit
High-level government officials with direct responsibilities for the supervision and development of cyber security capacities at the national level had an exchange of knowledge and best practices with Estonian counterparts on cyber security, cyber defence, and risks and challenges posed by cyber threats.
International cooperation on data protection and data flows
The International Digital Cooperation project contributed to the development of a secure, right-based international digital sphere, conducive to a level playing field in terms of market access and business opportunities for EU companies. The project increased awareness and acceptance by relevant actors and in particular public authorities, civil society and […]
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Canada’s Support to the OAS and its Member States to Prevent, Combat and Mitigate Cybersecurity Threats in the Americas
Implementors
Themes & Topics
- Cyber Security Policy and Strategy
- Strategies
- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
- + 2 more
Canada’s Support to the OAS and its Member States to Prevent, Combat and Mitigate Cybersecurity Threats in the Americas
This Project will aim to reduce the full range of threats to Canada from overseas, while at the same time promoting an open, secure and resilient cyberspace through international cooperation based on institutional structures established as a result of the implementation of National Cybersecurity Strategies and greater participation in the […]
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ITU ALERT Sixth Americas Region Cyberdrill
Implementors
Themes & Topics
- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
- National Computer Security Incident Response
ITU ALERT Sixth Americas Region Cyberdrill
4-9 June 2018 Location: La Plata (Buenos Aires) Successfully implemented. 120 people in the event. 50 people in the cyberdrill. 10 countries: Argentina, Bahamas, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guyana, Paraguay, and Uruguay. 30 technical sessions, 1 high level decission taking session, COP Session, 5 technical scenarios, 2 management […]
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ITU-IMPACT ALERT First America Region Cyberdrill
Implementors
Themes & Topics
- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
- National Computer Security Incident Response
ITU-IMPACT ALERT First America Region Cyberdrill
The purpose of the cyberdrill is to enhance the communication and incident response capabilities of the participating teams as well as to ensure a continued collective effort in mitigating cyber threats among the region’s National Computer Incident Response Teams (CIRTs). The cyberdrill exercise is structured around various scenarios involving the […]
Cybercrime Capacity Building in the Americas Phase II
Phase II project aims to enhance the capacity of 35 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean to tackle cybercrime. The project combines assessment, mentoring and training activities with operations and public awareness efforts, to prevent, detect, and investigate cybercrime in a comprehensive manner.
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e-Government and Cybersecurity in Latin America and the Caribbean (*GFCE Initiative)
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e-Government and Cybersecurity in Latin America and the Caribbean (*GFCE Initiative)
The aim of this initiative is to address the clear gap in the knowledge and awareness of Latin American and the Caribbean countries on the benefits of e-government, and the opportunities it provides to improve the cybersecurity mindset of their governments. 2017-2018 activities have included delivery of training in at […]
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GLACY+ (Global Action on Cybercrime Extended)
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GLACY+ (Global Action on Cybercrime Extended)
Through training and advice, GLACY+ strengthens the capacities of states worldwide to apply legislation on cybercrime and electronic evidence and to enhance their abilities for effective international cooperation in this area, with a particular focus on its currently 17 priority countries. It extends and expands on the experience and results […]
