Non-Traditional Measures
Exchange information related to adopting and adapting provisions under domestic laws that govern processes for obtaining data and information, and exchange experiences involving government, service providers, end users and others, regarding the prevention, management of, and protection against cyber threats, with a view to sustained mutual cooperation to prevent, address, and investigate criminal activities that threaten security and to ensure an open, interoperable, secure and reliable internet, while respecting obligations and commitments under international law and international human rights law in particular
Activity Description
Implementation of the 'Safe Country' Initiative
Place:
Georgetown, Guyana
Date of the Event:
January 01, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Participants:
Guyana.Type:
National
Occurrence:
Eventual
Remarks:
The Ministry of Home Affairs, through the GPF, is integrating information and communications technology (ICT) into its crime-fighting capabilities to enhance surveillance nationwide. The initiative includes connecting the entire country to closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, thereby improving the GPF's ability to monitor and respond to incidents, including cyber-related activities.
Activity Description
Cyber Crime Sensitization and Training Sessions
Place:
Georgetown, Guyana
Date of the Event:
December 07 - 08, 2023
Participants:
Type:
National
Occurrence:
Eventual
Remarks:
The GPF, in collaboration with CARICOM IMPACS and funded by the European Union, hosted a two-day training session aimed at enhancing the capacity of law enforcement officers to address cyber threats. Participants included members of the GPF and other security personnel from the Joint Services.
Activity Description
Passage of the Data Protection Bill (Enactment of Data Protection Legislation)
Place:
Georgetown, Guyana
Date of the Event:
August 10, 2023
Participants:
Type:
National
Occurrence:
Yearly
Remarks:
The National Assembly passed the Data Protection (Amendment) Bill of 2023, aiming to protect individuals' privacy concerning the processing of personal data. The legislation regulates the collection, processing, use, and dissemination of personal data, enhancing the legal framework within which the GPF operates concerning cyber-related investigations
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