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Algeria signed the first-ever United Nations Convention against Cybercrime in Hanoi, marking a major global step toward combating digital threats. The country played a leading role in drafting and negotiating the landmark agreement.
Under the directive of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Algeria officially signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime on Friday in Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi. The signing was carried out by Lounas Meghremane, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on behalf of Algeria.
This convention, the first global legal instrument dedicated to combating cybercrime, was drafted under Algeria’s leadership. The country chaired the specialized UN committee responsible for its preparation and steered negotiations from May 2021, culminating in the convention’s adoption at the 79th UN General Assembly in December 2024.
The signing ceremony brought together 64 countries and one regional organization, signaling broad international commitment to coordinated cybercrime prevention. The event was inaugurated by Vietnamese President Luong Cuong, attended by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, and numerous high-level delegations.
The convention marks a critical step in global efforts to enhance digital security and international cooperation, reaffirming Algeria’s active and leading role in shaping the global cyber governance framework.