Will the Minister of Electronics & Information Technology be pleased to state:-
(a) whether US and India held the fifth US-India Cyber Dialogue in New Delhi;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the main objectives and goals of the Cyber Dialogue along with the outcome thereof?
a): Yes, Madam. The fifth US-India cyber dialogue was held in New Delhi on 28th September 2016.
(b) and (c): The dialogue promotes deeper engagement on cyber issues, and provides a forum to implement the framework for India-US cyber relationship, promoting cyber security and digital economy.
The outcomes of this continuing process of discussions on issues of mutual concerns include exchange of information on common cyber threats, promotion of cooperation in law enforcement in instances of cyber crimes, confidence building measures, support for preservation of openness and inter-operability and supporting multi-stake holder system of internet governance.
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