Cybersecurity officials from across the Eastern Caribbean have gathered in Antigua and Barbuda for a two-day workshop aimed at strengthening regional collaboration and resilience against cyber threats.
Held under the theme "Cyber Governance Collaboration in the Eastern Caribbean," the workshop brings together policymakers, technical experts, legal professionals, diplomats and cybersecurity practitioners.
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda is hosting the event in partnership with the Organization of American States (OAS), with support from the United Kingdom.
Participants are examining ways to improve coordination, communication and preparedness at both national and regional levels — with a particular focus on Small Island Developing States (SIDS), which face growing cybersecurity risks.
Delivering opening remarks, Gordina Hector-Murrell, Director of Cyber Security in the Ministry of ICTs, Utilities and Energy, made clear that cyber threats are no longer theoretical. "Cybersecurity is no longer a question of if, but when. Our ability to detect, respond, and recover — together — will define the resilience of our nations," she said.
Geraldine White, Administrative Technician at the OAS General Secretariat in Antigua and Barbuda, underscored the importance of coordinated responses, noting that effective action extends beyond prevention to encompass clear communication, defined roles and proactive planning.
The workshop forms part of broader regional efforts to build cyber resilience through shared expertise and collaborative frameworks.
