The Cyber Security Consortium 2018, themed "Cyber Security: A matter of survival in the volatile and ever-changing cyber world" and organised by the Hong Kong Police Force, opened at the Police Headquarters today (October 23).

     The consortium runs from October 23 to 25. Officers of law enforcement agencies (LEAs) from the Mainland, Macau and 17 overseas countries as well as cyber security experts and industry leaders from around the world come together to share their latest knowledge on cyber security and best practices on critical infrastructures protection and incident response.

     Acting Commissioner of Police, Mr Lau Yip-shing, in his welcoming remarks said that "Collaboration", "Strategy" and "Continuous Training and Research" are crucial in the face of increasing cyber security threats. He hoped that the participants could take this opportunity to gain up-to-date knowledge on cyber security, and strengthen collaboration so as to cope with the cyber security challenges ahead.

     Another officiating guest, the Under Secretary for Innovation and Technology, Dr David Chung, in his speech said, "With the rapid development of technology, new cyber security threats and technology crimes have also emerged rapidly. It is therefore important for all of us to take a holistic and proactive approach to protect our digital economy and assets while maintaining an innovative culture and a vibrant society."

     He added that the Government had been strengthening collaboration of cyber security stakeholders to improve the cyber resilience of Hong Kong.

     The consortium has invited a number of guest speakers to share their insights on various topics of cyber security, such as the next generation technology, the revolution of cyber world and cloud security, attracting more than 600 participants.
     
     During the event, officers of the LEAs will meet to explore and share strategies of combatting technology crimes, with a view to strengthening collaboration.

     For details of the consortium, please visit cybersecurityconsortium.net.

Ends/Tuesday, October 23, 2018
Issued at HKT 17:08

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