Estonia has invited countries worldwide to join the country in the fight against cyber threats. “Every country that is ready to contribute to the fight against evil is more than welcome in Estonia because we have great experience in the cyber field. We have also specially designed institutions for this purpose. When there are people who are ready to contribute to our common goals, we are open to collaboration. However, we must understand that as a small country, we can host only a limited number of guests,” Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur told Financial Express Online.
Estonia has built a strong reputation in cybersecurity. This small Baltic nation has faced numerous cyber-attacks over the years and has learned how to defend itself effectively. Estonia has even created a special organization called the Cyber Defence League. This group is part of their military defense and includes volunteers who help protect the country from cyber-attacks. These volunteers are not just military personnel but also regular citizens and experts in the field.
Countries from around the world are taking note of Estonia’s success and are eager to learn from their experience. The United States, for instance, has sent experts to Estonia to study their methods. Japan and many European countries have also shown interest in collaborating with Estonia. These partnerships are vital as they help improve global cybersecurity.
In Estonia, visiting experts work alongside local professionals. They participate in joint exercises that simulate cyber-attacks to test their defenses. These activities help everyone involved to learn and improve their skills. The knowledge shared in Estonia helps strengthen cyber defenses not only for Estonia but for all the participating countries.
Minister Pevkur’s invitation marks an important step in building a global network against cyber threats. By working together, countries can better protect themselves and each other from potential cyber-attacks. Estonia may be small, but its contribution to global cybersecurity is significant. The collaborative efforts initiated by Estonia are helping to create a safer digital world for everyone.
The visit for the story was sponsored by Government of Estonia.