Harmonization of International Trade Law and Criminal Law Regulations for Handling Cybercrime in the Digital Economy Era

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10.2991/978-2-38476-505-8_9How to use a DOI?

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cybercrime; digital economy; harmonization; international trade law; regulatory framework

Abstract

The rapid development of digital economy has created new challenges in law enforcement, particularly in addressing cyber crimes that transcend national boundaries. This study examined the harmonization between international trade law and criminal law regulations in combating cyber crimes in the digital economy era. Using a normative legal research approach with comparative legal analysis, this research analyzed existing legal frameworks, identified gaps in current regulations, and proposed harmonization strategies. The study found significant disconnection between international trade law provisions and criminal law enforcement mechanisms, creating legal uncertainties for businesses and challenges for law enforcement agencies. Key findings revealed that current regulatory frameworks lack comprehensive coordination between commercial and criminal aspects of cyber crimes, resulting in ineffective prevention and prosecution mechanisms. The research identified three critical areas requiring immediate harmonization: jurisdictional clarity, evidence collection procedures, and cross-border enforcement cooperation. The study concluded that establishing integrated regulatory framework combining trade law principles with criminal law enforcement mechanisms is essential for effective cyber crime prevention in digital economy. The proposed harmonization model includes unified legal definitions, streamlined reporting mechanisms, and enhanced international cooperation protocols. These findings contribute to the development of more effective legal frameworks for digital economy governance and cyber security enforcement.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Rivaldhy N. Muhammad
AU  - Andri Sutrisno
AU  - Abdul Mutalib
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/12/12
TI  - Harmonization of International Trade Law and Criminal Law Regulations for Handling Cybercrime in the Digital Economy Era
BT  - Proceedings of the 7th Open Society Conference 2025 (OSC 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 96
EP  - 107
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-505-8_9
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-505-8_9
ID  - Muhammad2025
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