Strengthen Our Cybersecurity Framework

The 2025 Budget’s emphasis on developing Digital Public Infrastructure across key sectors such as credit, education, healthcare, logistics, MSME services, and urban governance reflects a forward-thinking approach. However, while these initiatives are promising, we believe that a more pronounced focus on cybersecurity is essential.

In the past year alone, cyberattacks surged to 7.1 billion, with APIs facing 68% more attacks than traditional websites. Additionally, DDoS attacks rose by 41% to 3 billion incidents, while bot attacks increased by 60%, exceeding 681 million cases. These figures highlight the growing vulnerabilities within our digital ecosystem, especially as more sectors integrate API-driven services and digital platforms.

As digital transformation accelerates, robust cybersecurity measures are crucial to safeguarding our nation’s digital infrastructure. We urge the government to allocate dedicated resources and policies to strengthen our cybersecurity framework, ensuring that our technological advancements remain secure and resilient.