Seoul, Republic of Korea, 16–20 December 2024 – A delegation from the Viet Nam Supreme People’s Procuracy (SPP), with the support of the UNODC Global Programme on Cybercrime and the CoE, participated in a study visit to the Republic of Korea aimed at strengthening their skills in digital forensics and cybercrime investigations.
The visit comes as part of Viet Nam’s ongoing efforts to enhance its digital forensic capabilities, with a focus on strengthening the newly established Digital Forensic Laboratory at the Supreme People’s Procuracy to better address the growing complexities of cybercrime.
During the visit, the delegation held in-depth discussions with leading Korean institutions, including the Supreme Prosecutors’ Office, the National Forensic Service, Korea International Cooperation Agency, as well as experts from academia and private industry. These engagements highlighted practical approaches to handling digital evidence, applying artificial intelligence (AI)-driven forensic tools, and overcoming obstacles such as encrypted devices and sophisticated cyber threats.
A significant focus of the visit was the development of partnerships to enhance cooperation at both the national and international levels. The delegation explored opportunities to collaborate on research initiatives and capacity building programs to advance Viet Nam’s digital forensics capabilities and strengthen its cybercrime resilience.
This study visit aligns with the CoE and UNODC Global Programme on Cybercrime’s broader efforts to promote regional collaboration as well as capacity building for criminal justice officials, supported by the insights gathered and partnerships formed throughout this visit. By fostering collaboration and sharing expertise, this initiative reinforces the importance of regional partnerships in combating transnational cybercrime and improving justice systems.
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