The intersection of digital policy and cybersecurity: Implications for sustainable development

As the world becomes increasingly interconnected through digital infrastructure, the nexus between digital policy and cybersecurity has emerged as a critical area of concern, particularly for sustainable development. This study explored the intersection of digital policy and cybersecurity, focusing on their implications for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). With growing reliance on digital technologies, safeguarding data, infrastructure, and services through robust cybersecurity measures is essential. Digital policy creates an enabling environment for secure, inclusive, and sustainable digital transformation. This research argues that well-structured digital policies, aligned with robust cybersecurity frameworks, can foster innovation, protect critical infrastructure, and promote sustainable economic, social, and environmental development. This research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining a literature review, policy analysis, and case studies, to investigate how the interplay between digital policy and cybersecurity affects the achievement of sustainable development objectives. The paper concludes with policy recommendations for harmonising digital policy and cybersecurity to support global sustainable development efforts.