Cyber Stability Conference Series

Summary

Aim

The aim of this project is to offer an opportunity for stakeholders to discuss how to take pragmatic steps towards a more stable and predictable cybersecurity environment, with a specific focus on the risks of escalation in times of conflict, and the implementation of transparency and confidence-building measures. It aims to bring together the international community to deal with issues of cybersecurity through multilateral efforts. UNIDIR’s aims are to broaden the international security debate both geographically and across stakeholders, while showcasing CBMs as a valuable tool for progress.

Context

The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) holds the Cyber Security Conference annually, with varying topics in discussion each year. The conferences aim to prevent misuse and engage stakeholders on the international security aspect of the cyber domain.

Outcomes

• Annual multilateral conferences and workshops along topical lines

Activities

• UNIDIR Cyber Security Conference 2012: The Role of CBMs in Assuring Cyber Stability

• UNIDIR Cyber Stability Seminar 2015: Regime Coherence

• Cyber Stability Conference 2019: Strengthening Global Engagement

• 2020 Cyber Stability Conference: Exploring the Future of Institutional Dialogue

• 2021 Cyber Stability Conference: Towards a More Secure Cyberspace

• 2022 Cyber Stability Conference: Protecting Critical Infrastructure and Services Across Sectors

• 2023 Cyber Stability Conference – Use of ICTs by States: Rights and Responsibilities Under the UN Charter