Recommendation on the security and resilience of submarine cable infrastructures

The Recommendation outlines a series of actions at both national and EU levels. The aim is to enhance the security and resilience of submarine cable systems, which are vital for global communications and data transfer. Key points include:

• Improving Coordination: Establishing better coordination across the EU to manage and protect submarine cable infrastructures.
• Enhancing Governance: Strengthening governance structures to ensure the security and resilience of these critical assets.
• Increasing Funding: Allocating appropriate funding to support the necessary measures to safeguard submarine cable systems.

These actions are designed to address the challenges faced by submarine cable infrastructures and to ensure their continued operation and reliability in the face of potential threats.

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