Cyber diplomacy funding halted as US issues broad freeze on foreign aid

Summary: The U.S. State Department has halted nearly all foreign assistance, impacting its cyber diplomacy bureau, which was established to address international cyber threats. This freeze follows President Trump’s executive order to review foreign aid programs, despite the bureau’s recent expansion and initiatives aimed at promoting U.S. values globally. The decision raises concerns about the future of U.S. cyber diplomacy and its ability to respond to urgent tech-related partnerships.

Threat Actor: N/A | N/A
Victim: U.S. Cyber Diplomacy Bureau | U.S. Cyber Diplomacy Bureau

Keypoints :

• The freeze affects the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy, established in 2022 to enhance U.S. cyber diplomacy.
• Funding for the bureau has increased significantly, from $17 million to over $90 million, prior to the halt.
• Initiatives included cyber incident response teams and training workshops to strengthen partnerships against cyber threats.