Security News > 2021 > June > Microsoft launches Asia Pacific Public Sector Cyber Security Executive Council to address cyber threats
The council is set to meet virtually on a quarterly basis to maintain a continuous exchange of information on cyber threats and cybersecurity solutions.
Which is why the Asia Pacific Public Sector Cyber Security Executive Council couldn't have come at a more critical time, where the stakeholders in the ecosystem can collaborate on prioritizing national cybersecurity defense.
Group Captain Amorn Chomchoey, Acting Deputy Secretary General, National Cybersecurity Agency Thailand: "The cybersecurity executive council is an instrumental platform for collaboration between our nations. I believe with the stronger relationships we will forge via this council will enable us to anticipate threats as early as possible, prevent them before the effects of cybercrime evolves into another"pandemic" for the cyberworld.
As part of the Asia Pacific Public Sector Cyber Security Executive Council, government agencies and state leaders will join a forum that includes Microsoft and our ecosystem of cybersecurity industry advisors.
The members of the Asia Pacific Public Sector Cyber Security Executive Council will share experiences and knowledge relating to cyber threats and will work to drive greater collaboration and cooperation between countries.
"Cyberthreats and attacks are inevitable in this interconnected world, which is why our collective strength and collaboration as a community is imperative. Today's announcement is the first step towards defending our communities in cyberspace and I'm excited to announce the launch of the first APAC Public Sector Cybersecurity Executive Council with the founding members that include government leaders, policymakers, regulators, industry stakeholders across the region. Our joint mission is to build a strong coalition, to strengthen our cyber security defense," said Sherie Ng, General Manager, Public Sector, Microsoft Asia Pacific.
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