Resolution on cyber security strategy adopted

The government on Thursday adopted a resolution on Finland’s cyber security strategy, said a press release issued by the Ministry of Defence.

The Finnish Cyber Security Strategy 2019 sets out the key national objectives for the development of the cyber environment and the safeguarding of related vital functions.

The reform and implementation of the strategy are based on the Government Programme.

The three strategic guidelines are international cooperation, better coordination of cyber security management, planning and preparedness, and developing cyber security competence.

A cyber security development programme extending beyond government terms will improve the allocation of resources and improvement of cooperation for cyber security.

The programme will concretise national cyber security policies and clarify the overall picture of cyber security projects, research and development programmes.

The post of Cyber Security Director will be established at the Ministry of Transport and Communications to coordinate the national development of cyber security.