The European Union has adopted the newly revised Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS2) to strengthen its cyber security work amid rising cyberattacks. These new rules are part of wider actions to build the EU's resilience against physical and digital risks.
Will strengthen cyber security work
It will strengthen the EU's cyber security work by improving the resilience of public and private entities, introducing stricter enforcement, and increasing information-sharing said a press release issued by the EU Council.
China wants to sabotage digital infrastructure
The move comes after several countries realized the threat posed by Chinese technological advancements. However, many countries still rely on Chinese firms. Voice Against Autocracy reported that China is trying to use 'coercive' methods to sabotage the digital infrastructure of nations, which are worried about the growing threat from Beijing.
Chinese companies are leading China's technological expansion
The report further states that China's tech expansion is being led by Chinese companies which are taking global surveillance around the world. Over the past 10 years, Chinese telecommunications firms such as Huawei, Hik Vision, ZTE Corp, and others have been funded by the Chinese Communist Party.
What is the purpose of NIS2?
NIS2 will set a baseline for cyber security risk management measures and reporting obligations in all sectors covered by the directive such as energy, transport, health, and digital infrastructure. The revised directive aims to harmonize cyber security requirements and the implementation of cyber security measures in different member states.
The directive will formally establish the European Cyber Crisis Liaison Organization network, EU-Cyclone, to support the coordinated management of large-scale cyber security incidents and crises, whereas under the old NIS Directive member states were responsible for determining whether Which entities will meet the criteria to qualify as operators of essential services.
The new NIS2 Directive introduces a size-cap rule as a general rule for the identification of regulated entities. This means that all medium-sized and large entities operating within the sectors or providing services covered by the Directive will come under its purview.
Instructions will not be imposed on Judiciary and Parliament
At the same time, the directive will not apply to entities carrying out activities in areas such as defense or national security, public safety, and law enforcement. The judiciary, parliament, and central banks have also been kept out of the purview.
NIS2 will also apply to public administrations at the central and regional levels. Furthermore, Member States may decide that it should also apply to such institutions at the local level. The new law also streamlines reporting obligations to avoid over-reporting and excessive burdens on covered entities.
The directive will be published in the Journal of the European Union
The Directive will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union in the coming days and will enter into force on the twentieth day after this publication. Member states will have 21 months from the date of entry into force of the directive to incorporate the provisions into their national law.
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