Opinion | Safeguarding Nepal’s digital future
Summary
Nepal faces critical cybersecurity challenges as its digital infrastructure expands, prompting urgent reforms across policy, regulation, and local technology development to safeguard national security and public services.
Key Points
- Nepal's digital infrastructure expansion has outpaced its cybersecurity capacity, exposing the country to various cyber threats.
- The government has introduced the Cyber Security Policy 2024 and established the National Cyber Security Centre to address cybersecurity risks.
- Emphasis is placed on developing local technology solutions, reducing dependence on foreign tech vendors, and instituting stringent fintech cybersecurity regulations.
- The article advocates for institutional reforms including a dedicated military cyber command, legal updates, and enhanced cyber incident response frameworks.
- Nepal must build internet resilience with satellite backups to prevent digital isolation during crises and invest in AI-based tools to counter disinformation.
