Routledge Companion to Global Cyber-Security Strategy

27MALAYSIA

Balancing national development, national security, and cybersecurity policy

Ahmad El-Muhammady

Introduction

The purpose of this chapter is threefold. First, to examine the Internet booms and the growth of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Malaysia and how it impacts Malaysia’s national security. Second, it also examines the nature and substance of Malaysia’s cybersecurity frameworks. Third, it discusses Malaysia’s strategy to manage the multitude of cybersecurity challenges within its border, including the emerging trend of security threats such as cyber warfare, cyberterrorism, and cybercrime.

Background

Since attaining independence in 1957, Malaysia has experienced a rapid development and economic growth ...