3 Pillars

The ASEAN 5G & OT Security Summit 2025 will revolve around three key pillars: Regulatory, 5G Security Adoption and OT Security Adoption to drive strategic discussions, breakthrough innovations, and actionable solutions to shape the future of 5G and OT security.
Key Pillars
Regulatory
Challenges
Regulatory Compliance

Diverse and inconsistent regulations and guidelines hinder unified protection and trusted data exchange across ASEAN countries.

Approaches
Harmonised Guidelines

A joint task force comprising public and private entities to collaborate and update guidelines in alignment with the latest best practices and emerging threats.

Key Pillars
5G Security Adoption
Challenges
Cybersecurity

Introduction of 5G technology increases attack surface for cyber threats.

Approaches
Collaborative Solutions

Regional information and threat intelligence sharing and analysis.

Key Pillars
OT Security Adoption
Challenges
Digital Divide and Integration Barriers

Challenges in integrating legacy systems with modern security measures, compounded by lack of visibility, IT/OT convergence, human error, and supply chain vulnerabilities.

Approaches
Digital Inclusion

Promote standardised protocols and supply chain security to address integration constraints.


Talent Development
Challenges
Talent Shortage

The ASEAN region is currently facing a significant cybersecurity workforce shortage, which poses a challenge to its economic resilience and digital sovereignty.

Approach
Professional Development

Regional capacity building and talent development program specifically in 5G and OT security.