Cyber, Digital and Critical Technology Diplomacy

Overview

Delivery method

Classroom

Duration

1 day

Audience

Employees

Description

Canada’s diplomats must be able to understand the threats and opportunities provided by new technologies and advocate for Canadian interests in cyber, digital, and critical technology debates both bilaterally and multilaterally.

The course will teach key concepts of cyber security, digital governance and artificial intelligence policy; an understanding of the various federal government departments’ roles on cyber and critical technology; an overview of the existing and emerging frameworks for global governance of cyber, digital and tech issues, including Framework for Responsible State Behaviour in Cyberspace, Global Digital Compact and the role of regional organizations; an overview of Canada’s work on deterrence, attribution and response to malicious cybersecurity incidents; and guidance for how all officers in the department can better engage in cyber and tech diplomacy and on other related digital issues, mindful of Canada’s policies and priorities.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• describe key concepts of cyber security, digital governance, and artificial intelligence policy
• recognize key multilateral processes on cyber, digital and AI, including the Framework for Responsible State Behaviour in Cyberspace, the Global Digital Compact and the role of regional organizations
• explain the department’s priorities and roles regarding cyber and digital diplomacy
• make effective use of cyber resources to identify and cultivate relevant networks abroad