On January 20, the National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) officially announced the establishment of the “National Cybersecurity Incident Response and Mitigation Alliance.” This event took place during the NCA’s 2024 year-end summary meeting and 2025 task deployment in Hanoi.
General Lieutenant Nguyễn Minh Chính announces the formation of the cybersecurity alliance
General Lieutenant Nguyễn Minh Chính, Director of the Cybersecurity and High-Tech Crime Prevention Department (A05, Ministry of Public Security), announced the decision to establish the Alliance (Photo: NCA).
Objectives and Significance of the Alliance
The Alliance was established based on the Cybersecurity Law, aiming to mobilize resources to respond to and mitigate cyber incidents promptly at critical national information systems. This strategic move aims to protect information security against increasingly sophisticated and complex cyber attacks.
General Lieutenant Nguyễn Minh Chính emphasized: “The Alliance is a high-quality resource with a strong sense of responsibility, ready to contribute its efforts, intelligence, and experience. If united and coordinated, the Alliance will become a powerful force capable of safeguarding critical national information systems.”
Activities and Principles of the Alliance
The Alliance operates on the principles of voluntarism, democracy, equality, transparency, and openness. It also commits to upholding the policies of the Party, the Constitution, and Vietnamese laws. Members include experts and engineers from specialized agencies, organizations, and businesses in the field of cybersecurity.
In 2024, the Cybersecurity and High-Tech Crime Prevention Department successfully coordinated and responded to 27 major cybersecurity incidents. The department’s officers supported units in mitigating incidents, implementing preventive measures, and neutralizing cyber attack activities.
Vision and Future Plans
General Lieutenant Nguyễn Minh Chính affirmed that the establishment of the Alliance marks a new phase in Vietnam’s cybersecurity protection efforts. The Alliance will continue to expand, accepting applications from agencies, organizations, businesses, and individuals nationwide.
With the collective effort of its members, the Alliance will contribute to building a digital Vietnam with a safe and reliable cyberspace, serving the country’s sustainable development.
Conclusion
The launch of the National Cybersecurity Incident Response and Mitigation Alliance is a significant step, demonstrating Vietnam’s commitment to protecting cybersecurity. The Alliance is not only a robust resource but also a testament to collaboration and unity among organizations, businesses, and individuals in the cybersecurity sector.
Let’s work together to build a secure and trustworthy cyberspace for Vietnam!
