Since 2023, the Lodz Cyber Hub has been honored to co-organize the highly successful ESDC cyber course on "Cybersecurity and International Law." The course usually brings togehter two dozen participants from both EU Member States and third countries. These participants, including both civilian and military personnel, work in various fields related to law and cybersecurity, and were provided with an excellent platform to exchange views and share best practices on key cyber issues while enhancing their knowledge, skills, and competencies.
This course, developed as part of the European Security and Defence College (ESDC) Cyber Education, Training, Exercise, and Evaluation (ETEE) platform, offers a practical approach to the application of international law in cyberspace. The three-day course covered a broad range of crucial cyber topics, including digital sovereignty, international jurisdiction in cybercrime cases, cybersecurity due diligence, and the role of international law in addressing contemporary challenges in cyberspace. In addition to these legal aspects, discussions also focused on the current geopolitical dynamics and pragmatic solutions in the field of cybersecurity.
The format of this course is open to all interested parties, including non-European states, and can be tailored to best meet their specific needs. This collaboration represents a significant step towards creating a standard cybersecurity curriculum within the ESDC framework, which could eventually be included in the list of courses approved by all 27 EU Member States. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity, supporting both civilian and military personnel while contributing to the broader EU efforts in the field of cybersecurity and international relations. The current invitation is available here.