UK can help boost cyber security

Britain is ready to help Malaysia beef up its cyber security defences, said its international security strategy minister Gerald Howarth.

He said that lessons learnt following the Sept 11, 2001 terror attacks on the United States served as a grim reminder to all of the dangers of taking security for granted.

"Britain and Europe, too, had  their fair share of attacks and threats. We must constantly be aware of this and make concerted efforts to protect ourselves by not being vulnerable.

"Building on that experience, Britain is fully prepared to defend itself, especially with the 2012 London Olympics looming.

"We are prepared to assist countries like Malaysia, a vital partner in business, trade, education and defence, to boost its security surveillance."

Howarth said  the British government had allocated STG650 million  (RM3.2 billion)  for security  over the next five years.

He said Britain was keen on taking   part in the Malaysian Defence and Technology Park in Sungkai, Perak.


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