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The Economic and Trade Mission of Israel to Ghana, in partnership with the Cybersecurity Experts Association of Ghana (CSEAG) and Checkpoint Software Technologies, has organised a breakfast meeting to foster cyber-security collaboration between the two nations.<\/p>\n
The collaboration encapsulates Israel\u2019s vision of merging its cutting-edge cyber-security innovations with Ghana\u2019s robust expertise and unique perspectives in order to build a resilient digital future for both nations.<\/p>\n
The breakfast meeting, which took place on October 31, 2024, was under the theme \u2018Strengthening cybersecurity collaboration: Israel-Ghana partnerships for a resilient digital future\u2019.<\/p>\n
Its purpose was to enhance the country\u2019s resilience to cyber threats through knowledge sharing, technology adoption and capacity building. Additionally, it aimed to raise awareness about the importance of cyber-security in the country\u2019s digital economy.<\/p>\n
The event brought together key stakeholders from both countries, including government officials, private sector leaders, technology and cyber-security professionals, academia and research institutions, to discuss strategies for enhancing cyber-security and protecting Ghana\u2019s critical infrastructure.<\/p>\n
It also featured a panel discussion with cyber-security experts focusing on key areas of collaboration, challenges and solutions.<\/p>\n
Deputy Chief of Mission \u2013 Embassy of Israel to Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Aviel Avraham, in keynote remarks at the event, said that in the field of cyber-security, Israel and Ghana have worked together to establish alliances, exchange expertise and create a learning atmosphere.<\/p>\n
He added that the relationship between the two nations continues to deepen across several sectors, citing cyber-security as one of the most promising areas.<\/p>\n
\u201cBoth nations recognise that secure digital infrastructure is critical for national progress. With Ghana\u2019s digital transformation agenda, cyber-security has naturally become a priority area,\u201d he elaborated.<\/p>\n
Furthermore, he said that Israel has been encouraged by the country\u2019s approach to cyber-security, which is both strategic and proactive.<\/p>\n
\u201cGhana has made impressive strides, from establishing the Cyber Security Authority to implementing a robust framework that protects the country\u2019s digital assets. We are particularly excited about the Cyber Security Authority\u2019s annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month initiative, which features a series of engagements to raise awareness on cyber-crimes in Ghana,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
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