Topic: Militarization of the Internet
Country: Bolivia
Delegate Name: Annika Gurrola
School: Mattawan High School
Topic page: background guide and all position papers All Bolivia position papers GLIMUN 2013 committees
Over the years, the internet has strengthened its fundamental building blocks and developed intricate, technical levels beyond its original standing. The concern regarding the internet's capabilities is rising; nations have used the internet to work as a warfare tactic. Through espionage in particular, the militarization of the internet is developing into something that is worrisome for the peace and security of many nations.
Along with neighboring countries, such as Brazil, Bolivia has been subject to cyber spying by more elite nations. This includes tapping phone calls and infiltrating the web browsers of our civilians. With this in mind, Bolivia regards cyber warfare as something that must be watched vigilantly. As a nation, Bolivia believes that the usage of the internet in such a manner must diminish. Other countries run into much larger issues with the militarization of the internet; the espionage that occurs through the internet infringes on a nation's privacy, often without reason.
Addressing such concerns, Bolivia notes that military tactics conducted through the internet must be observed and limited. No nation wishes to feel infringed upon by any outside source; further security placed upon the internet will defer espionage and warfare that takes place through the internet. The reduction of cyberwar will need assistance and collaboration from all UN delegates. Through regulation of the internet and restrictions placed upon deserving nations, Bolivia looks forward to working with other nations to end the militarization of the internet.
