Kuwait signs UN Cybercrime Convention, backs stronger international cooperation
- Kuwait’s move places its cybercrime efforts within a broader international framework focused on strengthening cooperation among states in addressing crimes involving information and communication technologies
Kuwait has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening international cooperation in the fight against cybercrime, with its Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Tariq Al-Bannai, signing the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime in New York.
Speaking to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Al-Bannai said Kuwait’s signing of the convention reflects its commitment to supporting international efforts to address the growing challenges arising from the misuse of information and communication technologies for criminal purposes.
He said the convention establishes an international framework for cooperation among countries in preventing, investigating and prosecuting cybercrime, while also facilitating cooperation in criminal matters and the exchange of electronic evidence related to serious crimes.
Al-Bannai stressed that Kuwait’s participation reflects its support for international efforts to confront cybercrime in a manner that contributes to strengthening security and stability and consolidating the rule of law. The signing took place at the United Nations headquarters in New York as part of the 2026 Treaty Event, held alongside the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Kuwait’s move places its cybercrime efforts within a broader international framework focused on strengthening cooperation among states in addressing crimes involving information and communication technologies.
