VIENTIANE, Nov. 12 (Xinhua) -- The Lao National Internet Management Committee held a seminar here on Thursday to strengthen the capacity and coordination of relevant sectors nationwide, enhance cybersecurity skills, and mitigate potential online risks.
The seminar aimed to enhance nationwide coordination and strengthen the capacity of relevant authorities to address emerging online threats and promote safer internet use.
At the seminar, Deputy Minister of Technology and Communications Keovisouk Solaphom emphasized the need to strengthen efforts to monitor and respond to fake news, misinformation, online scams, and cyber threats.
He called for improved cybersecurity awareness and skills, stronger public education, and closer coordination between central and provincial committees to ensure effective internet management nationwide.
He also urged relevant agencies to respond promptly to false information and defamatory content on social media by correcting misinformation and providing accurate information through official media channels.
Other priorities included raising public awareness of online fraud, strengthening oversight of cross-border telecommunications, registering telephone numbers, integrating registration databases with relevant government and banking systems, and improving preparedness for cyberattacks targeting critical national infrastructure. ■