International Protection of Critical Digital Infrastructure: Subsea Cables and Satellites Data Centers
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https://doi.org/10.55074/hesj.vi51.1662Keywords:
Digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, undersea cables, satellites, digital sovereignty, international cyber law, cyber governanceAbstract
This study examines the global security of critical digital infrastructure, including undersea cables, satellites, and data centers, as the foundation of global connectivity and digital sovereignty. It reviews current legal frameworks, including the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, the Outer Space Treaty, and cyber governance principles, assessing their effectiveness and legal gaps. Using a qualitative analytical methodology, results show fragmented governance, weak enforcement, and dual-use ambiguities, complicating legal accountability. The study recommends strengthening international law with collective protection responsibilities, establishing a Global Digital Infrastructure Protection Agency, and enhancing local cybersecurity partnerships to ensure digital resilience, stability, and sovereignty in an interconnected world.Downloads
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