Gap analysis of cyberlaws in Pacific Small Island Developing States

This Gap Analysis of Cyberlaws in the Pacific Small Island Developing State provides<br/>a timely analysis of the legislative developments in Pacific SIDS. It highlights significant<br/>gaps in cyberlaws across the region and reveals that no country has yet fully established<br/>comprehensive legal frameworks to support a thriving digital economy. Although some<br/>progress has been made, the absence of robust legislation continues to expose businesses<br/>and consumers to risks such as fraud, inadequate consumer protection and cybersecurity<br/>threats. These gaps not only hinder the growth of the digital economy but undermine the<br/>region’s ability to fully engage in global online trade. However, the study shows that many<br/>countries are increasingly recognizing the weaknesses in their legal frameworks and are<br/>prioritizing reforms. Several countries are actively working toward adopting international<br/>and regional legal instruments, signalling a commitment to building stronger, more resilient<br/>digital economies.