CISA unveils first international strategic plan for 2025-2026, to enhance global cybersecurity partnerships
CISA’s 2025-2026 International Strategic Plan strengthens U.S. critical infrastructure security through global partnerships, enhancing resilience, cybersecurity, and coordinated efforts to address evolving cross-border threats.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has announced its first International Strategic Plan for 2025-2026, underscoring a robust commitment to securing US critical infrastructure (CI) through global partnerships. Building on its previous 2023-2025 Strategic Plan, this new approach aligns with the National Security Memorandum on Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience, highlighting the essential role of international cooperation in protecting interconnected cyber and physical systems.
To achieve its mission, CISA has outlined three primary goals for international engagement:
- Bolster the Resilience of Foreign Infrastructure on Which the US Depends: Collaborating with foreign partners, CISA aims to fortify international infrastructure, mitigating risks that could disrupt critical US operations.
- Strengthen Integrated Cyber Defense: By sharing expertise, resources, and best practices, CISA and its allies can build a unified defence, equipping nations to address emerging threats to critical infrastructure better.
- Unify Agency Coordination of International Activities: The agency’s “One CISA” approach seeks to streamline efforts and maximise the impact of global partnerships, reducing redundancy and fostering cohesive international collaboration.
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