Part VII - International Cooperation

53. Identifying areas of cooperation

Subject to section 3(3), the Agency shall identify and ensure that the Agency cooperates with private bodies, organisations and Government entities involved in cyber security matters, within and outside the Republic.

54. Entering into agreement

Subject to the Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Act, the Republic may enter into an agreement with a foreign State or international body relating to the provision of mutual assistance and cooperation in the investigation and prosecution of —

1. an offence committed under this Act;
2. any offence under the laws of the Republic which is or was committed by the use of an article; or
3. an offence substantially similar to an offence recognised in the Republic which is or was committed by the use of an article, in the foreign State.