The main threat to security in the Western Hemisphere in the long term is the actions of Russia and China, General Paul Nakasone, head of U.S. Cyber Command, told a forum hosted by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation in California. , reports TASS.
“The real long-term threat is the disruptive influence of China and Russia. Consider the diplomatic knowledge, military and economic influence both countries have over them. [Западное] hemisphere,” he said.
The military added that the national security, prosperity and identity of the United States are closely linked to this region.
According to Nakasone, the United States needs to establish closer cooperation with its partners in the field of cybersecurity. This means sending “cyber teams” to countries seeking help from Washington, he said.
The command chief also added that he believes it is important to revive Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act because it would allow the National Security Agency (NSA) to collect the personal information of foreigners.
Before that Nakasone statedHe said that the level of cybersecurity in Ukraine has increased in the past year.
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