We recently welcomed a delegation from Taiwan’s Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) to our headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. The visit provided an opportunity for the delegation to learn more about SSH's cybersecurity solutions, exchange views on current security challenges, and explore possibilities for future cooperation.
Led by Taiwan’s Minister of Digital Affairs, the delegation included senior officials from the Administration for Cyber Security, representatives from the Economic Division and the Taipei Representative Office in Finland, as well as industry leaders from Trend Micro, CHT Security, TeamT5, and Laiyi.
Our discussions focused on several areas of shared interest, particularly zero trust security, post-quantum cryptography (PQC), and opportunities for knowledge sharing between Finland and Taiwan.
One of the key topics we discussed was the practical implementation of zero trust security and the challenges organizations face when balancing strong access controls with usability.
The MODA delegation raised questions about how our customers manage user experience following zero trust deployments, particularly when frequent authentication requests create additional friction for users.
We explored different approaches to addressing these challenges, including risk-based authentication, Just-in-Time access, and device-bound access. The delegation was also interested in understanding how our PrivX PAM solution approaches these requirements.
The conversation provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives on the practical considerations involved in implementing Zero Trust security in enterprise environments.
Another major area of discussion was the practical application of post-quantum cryptography, particularly in environments where security, performance, and compatibility with existing infrastructure are essential considerations.
The delegation raised questions about our NQX solution and its cryptographic approach in satellite communications and defence environments, including the use of hybrid cryptography, which combines classical and quantum-safe algorithms, compared with quantum-safe-only implementations.
We also discussed the potential application of quantum-safe encryption in telecommunications infrastructure. In particular, the delegation asked about the feasibility of deploying NQX across backbone networks and cable landing stations, and the implications for network performance and compatibility with existing equipment.
NQX addresses these by combining classical and post-quantum algorithms in a hybrid model, so protection holds even if one layer is compromised. It is built to deliver up to 100 Gbps of low-latency protection without sacrificing throughput and sits alongside existing infrastructure, so operators can adopt it without replacing their current setup.
These discussions formed part of a broader exchange on the technical and operational considerations involved in transitioning critical infrastructure toward quantum-safe security.
Beyond the technical discussions, we also exchanged perspectives on national approaches to post-quantum cryptography migration.
The MODA delegation expressed interest in understanding Finland's national PQC migration efforts, including the respective roles of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom, the National Cyber Security Centre Finland (NCSC-FI), and the Ministry of Finance.
The delegation also asked about our involvement in Finland's national PQC roadmap and how our expertise contributes to discussions around the transition to quantum-safe cryptography.
As part of the conversation, MODA proposed establishing a regular exchange between Taiwan and Finland focused on PQC policy, testing, and implementation experiences.
The proposal also raised opportunities for continued knowledge sharing on the technical and policy considerations associated with post-quantum cybersecurity.
The visit brought together representatives from government and industry to discuss cybersecurity challenges ranging from privileged access management to the adoption of quantum-safe technologies.
We would like to thank Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs and the accompanying delegation for visiting us in Helsinki and for the insightful discussions. We appreciate the opportunity to exchange perspectives and explore possibilities for continued dialogue.