Elena A. BRENDELEVAMoscow State Institute of International Relations (University) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation (MGIMO University), Moscow, Russian Federation e.brendeleva@inno.mgimo.ru ORCID id: not available
Subject. The state and prospects of cooperation in the field of information security within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in the current geopolitical context. Objectives. The study aims to identify the key challenges and policy priorities of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and develop practical recommendations for optimizing the mechanisms of this cooperation. Methods. For the study, we used a historical-chronological analysis of the cooperation evolution, a comparative study of the member States positions, and a structural review of institutional mechanisms. Results. The article identifies structural limitations of integration, systematizes contemporary threats, and formulates specific recommendations for strengthening interaction. Conclusions. Despite existing internal contradictions and differences in approaches, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization demonstrates progress toward establishing mechanisms for ensuring information security.
Keywords: SCO, information security, differentiated cyber sovereignty, cyber threats, challenges
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