On 20 May 2025, Diplo will deliver a briefing and workshop on cyber diplomacy for the ECOWAS Permanent Representatives Committee and the ECOWAS Commission Management Representatives. Organised by the ECOWAS Commission in partnership with the German Federal Foreign Office, the event aims to enhance the understanding of ECOWAS Ambassadors about the current cybersecurity landscape, the significance of cyber diplomacy, and the framework for responsible state behaviour in cyberspace.
Specific objectives include:
- Increase understanding among ECOWAS Ambassadors about the importance of cyber diplomacy in addressing regional and global cybersecurity challenges.
- Equip ECOWAS Ambassadors with the knowledge and frameworks to engage effectively in cyber diplomacy and foreign policy discussions.
- Highlight the critical role of diplomacy in shaping regional cybersecurity policies, fostering cooperation, and ensuring data protection and digital resilience.
- Emphasise the importance of cyber resilience in the digital era as a cornerstone for sustainable development.
