About the Strategy
International Cyber and Critical Technology Engagement Strategy
Introduction by the Ambassador for Cyber Affairs and Critical Technology
Competition over technology is increasingly at the centre of international politics and foreign policy.
While states have always sought to use technology for competitive gain, the countries that can harness the current wave of innovation, mitigate its risks, and capitalise on its transformative powers will gain economic, political and security advantages.
Executive Summary
The Australian Government’s vision is for a safe, secure and prosperous Australia, Indo-Pacific and world enabled by cyberspace and critical technology.
The International Cyber and Critical Technology Engagement Strategy sets out Australia’s interests and goals in pursuit of this, and provides a framework to guide Australia’s whole-of-Government international engagement across the spectrum of cyber and critical technology issues.
Cyber and Critical Technology Diplomacy
Cyberspace and critical technology affect all aspects of international relations. They underpin our national security, the protection and realisation of human rights and freedoms, global economic prosperity, sustainable development and international stability.
Pillars
The Strategy identifies three main pillars, Values, Security and Prosperity, to guide Australia’s international cyber and critical technology engagement.
