ESCWA Publication: E/ESCWA/ICTD/2007/8
Country: Arab region
Publication Type: Reports & studies
Cluster: Statistics, Information Society and Technology
Focus Area: Technology & innovation
Initiatives: Cyber Legislation
SDGs: Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Keywords: Arab countries, Electronic commerce, Information technology, Laws and regulations, Model laws
Models for Cyber Legislation in ESCWA Member Countries
January 2007
There is significant variation in the legal frameworks for the regulation of cyber issues between ESCWA member countries. This study addresses the current state of cyber legislation in the region and makes a comparative analysis with diverse regional groups, including the European Union, enabling interested parties to evaluate levels of statutory coverage both regionally and nationally. On a practical level, it provides an implementation plan which encourages member countries to utilize their existing strengths while addressing areas of potential improvement.
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There is significant variation in the legal frameworks for the regulation of cyber issues between ESCWA member countries. This study addresses the current state of cyber legislation in the region and makes a comparative analysis with diverse regional groups, including the European Union, enabling interested parties to evaluate levels of statutory coverage both regionally and nationally. On a practical level, it provides an implementation plan which encourages member countries to utilize their existing strengths while addressing areas of potential improvement.
