INSIGHTFUL EXCHANGE: Unpacking Policies, Protecting The Future

By Leontine Ofoi Introduction Papua New Guinea in its current state is a young developing nation that strives towards meeting international standards when it comes to technology. For over the past years the country has taken significant measures to enhance its cybersecurity framework. This has brought together the National Cyber Security Policy 2021(NSCP), where it outlines the government’s vision, goals and objectives to address the evolving cybersecurity risks and challenges as the country it navigates its way through the advancement of digital technology. Security has been one of the main concerns of nations that also includes Papua New Guinea. My review will be a mixed response to assess the weaknesses and strengths of the policy. Papua New Guineas National Cyber Security Policy 2021 contains various key points that outlines a framework to enhance the nation’s cyber security approach. The key points are as follows: • Vision and Mission • Governance Framework • Risk Management and R...

By Lamonai. Kenny Introduction: In today's digital era, Papua New Guinea (PNG) finds itself at a crossroads where information and communication technology (ICT) offers tremendous opportunities alongside a surge in cyber-related threats. In response, the National Information and Communication Technology Authority (NICTA) enacted the National Cybersecurity Policy in 2021. The Department of ICT Minister Honourable Timothy Masiu has emphasized that the purpose of this policy is to safeguard the cybersecurity of Papua New Guineans, ensuring that it aligns with international standards in this digital age. Throughout this policy review, I will summarize the policy clearly outlining how the policy relates to the National Security Policy, as well as share my mixed perspectives on the effectiveness and implications of the policy, exploring both the strengths and areas of improvement to take into consideration. Summary: PNG has experienced the rapid increase of ICT, and with the commissionin...

    Critical Review of the National Cyber Security Policy 2021   Written by: Jonathan Kunai Introduction The National Cyber Security Policy (NCSP) 2021 for Papua New Guinea (PNG) is a crucial document aimed at addressing the rapidly evolving cyber threats that the nation faces in the digital world we are in today. This policy outlines the government strategic approach to enhance the country’s cyber security’s capabilities, ensuring the protection of the citizen of PNG, critical infrastructures and the overall national security. This critical review will essentially present a mixed evaluation, recognition the strengthen of the paper while on the other hand highlighting areas that needs further improvement to adopt to emerging challenges. Summary The NCSP outlines several key objectives and strategies. It sets forth a clear vision for a secure cyber environment in PNG, stressing the need for stronger technical and intelligence capabilities to combat cyber th...

By: Norbertina Vogau Introduction The National Cybersecurity Policy 2021 for Papua New Guinea (PNG) was developed to address the rapid evolvement of cyber-related risks as the country becomes increasingly reliant on Information Communication Technology (ICT). It shows the government unwavering commitment to strengthening its cybersecurity capabilities and securing PNG from cyber threats. This review assesses the strengths of the policy and its framework, while providing recommendations for the full implementation of the policy. Summary The Cybersecurity Policy 2021 outlines a comprehensive strategy to address the growing challenges of cybersecurity and ensure a secure digital environment. The policy aligns the country’s cybersecurity capabilities with international best practices, inclusive of frameworks and recommendations by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to enhance the country’s intelligence capabilities and protect its citizens, critical infrastructure, and nationa...

  By John Rina Jr.                            21st March, 2025                                                                                                                      In June 2020, The Papua New Guinean government finally launched its first-ever National Oceans Policy. In the National Oceans Policy, it covers an astounding 3.12 million square km of PNG’s prime jurisdictional oc...