Seoul: Diplomats from South Korea and Britain have engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing cooperation in the field of cybersecurity, focusing on strategies to counter evolving cyberthreats and expand collaborations within the private sector, according to Seoul's foreign ministry.According to Yonhap News Agency, the discussions were held between Rhee Dong-yeol, South Korea's ambassador for international cyber affairs, and Andrew Whittaker, cyber director at Britain's Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office. The meeting took place in London on Wednesday, as reported by the ministry.The discussions addressed several key areas, including strategies to deter cyberthreats and cyber malware attacks. The two sides explored ways to bolster private sector collaboration and enhance cyber capabilities to ensure security in the Indo-Pacific region.Additionally, they hosted a session prior to the talks to address North Korea's illicit cyber activities, particularly those involving IT workers and cryptocurrency hacking. The discussions also reaffirmed plans to co-host the Defense Cyber Marvel, an international cyber defense training event led by Britain, scheduled to take place in Seoul in February next year.
- October 12, 2026
