Cybersecurity Policy Research

Next Steps for Cyber Norms in ASEAN

Benjamin Ang
Synopsis

ASEAN has appointed Singapore to propose a mechanism to enhance ASEAN cyber coordination, and has also agreed in principle to certain voluntary norms of behaviour in cyberspace. This choice of norms gives clarity to the region’s direction, especially while international discussions have stalled.

Read the full commentary at https://www.rsis.edu.sg/rsis-publication/cens/next-steps-for-cyber-norms-in-asean

Cybersecurity in Southeast Asia

by Benjamin Ang and Michael Raska

Ang, Benjamin, & Raska, Michael (2018). Cybersecurity in Southeast Asia (Observatoire Asie du Sud-Est : Note d’introduction à la table ronde du 22 mai 2018). Paris: Asia Centre. https://centreasia.hypotheses.org/category/observatoire-de-lasie-du-sud-est

Cyber Deterrence in Singapore: Framework & Recommendations

Tan E Guang Eugene
Abstract

As a small state, Singapore’s ability to create deterrence against cyberattacks is very limited. There is limited value in pursuing classic deterrence through denial and punishment because: (i) technology is relatively cheap and widely available; (ii) there is difficulty in accurately attributing blame; and (iii) there is difficulty in identifying and punishing attackers. If there is no detection or ability to punish, Singapore’s credibility suffers.

https://www.rsis.edu.sg/rsis-publication/cens/wp309-cyber-deterrence-in-singapore-framework-recommendations

Cyber Cooperation for ASEAN: Smoother Ride on Track II?

Tan E Guang Eugene
Synopsis

The recently-concluded ASEAN Summit in Singapore called for the promotion of secure and resilient information and communications technologies (ICT) infrastructure. It noted that this can contribute to regional security and stability. The Sydney Recommendations on Practical Futures for Cyber Confidence Building Measures in ASEAN, launched in September 2018, provides a roadmap on how this can be achieved. 

https://www.rsis.edu.sg/rsis-publication/cens/cyber-cooperation-for-asean-smoother-ride-on-track-ii

Evolving Nature of Cyber Conflict

Tan E Guang Eugene
Synopsis

The understanding of the nature of cyber conflict is evolving and expanding, even as Singapore recognises the threat of deliberate online falsehoods. States need to develop holistic responses to keep up with these changes, and to protect the resilience of their systems and society.

https://www.rsis.edu.sg/rsis-publication/cens/co18166-evolving-nature-of-cyber-conflict

The Challenge of Getting Responsible Behaviour in Cyberspace

Tan E Guang Eugene

Synopsis

The inability of a United Nations Group of Experts to produce a consensus report on setting norms of behaviour in cyberspace seems to have brought norm development to a temporary halt. The growing digitalised world needs proper rules of engagement among states. ASEAN should not wait for others to set norms for the world to follow.

https://www.rsis.edu.sg/rsis-publication/cens/co17184-the-challenge-of-getting-responsible-behaviour-in-cyberspace

Why Mindefs move to engage white hat hackers may pay off

by Benjamin Ang
Benjamin Ang “Why Mindefs move engage white hat hackers may pay off” TODAYonline, December 21, 2017. Accessed December 21, 2017. http://www.todayonline.com/commentary/why-mindefs-move-engage-white-hat-hackers-may-pay

How to future-proof cyber security laws

by Benjamin Ang
Benjamin Ang. “How to future-proof cyber security laws”. The Straits Times, November 29, 2017. Accessed January 8, 2018. http://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/sending-the-right-message-about-internet-and-security

Sending the Right Message About Internet and Security

by Benjamin Ang
Citation:
Ang, Benjamin. "Sending the right message about Internet and security". The Straits Times, June 20, 2016. Accessed June 30, 2016. http://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/sending-the-right-message-about-internet-and-security

Stronger Encryption or Weaker Encryption for Public Safety?

by Benjamin Ang (Ed.).

Citation:
Benjamin Ang, “Stronger Encryption or Weaker Encryption for Public Safety?”, Global Perspectives from Experts at INTERPOL World 2017 Congress, INTERPOL, July 2017
Copy available on request.

Singapore’s Digital Defence

by Tan Teck Boon and Benjamin Ang
Citation:
Tan Teck Boon, and Benjamin Ang, Singapore’s Digital Defence in Dr Alan Chong (ed), “Singapore’s Digital Defence” in Forward Engagement. Singapore: World Scientific, 2018, 76-154
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