The article discusses the growing importance of cybersecurity cooperation in the Asia Pacific region, particularly within the Colombo Security Conclave, a forum involving India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and others. It highlights shared cybersecurity challenges in the region, the Conclave's focus on capacity building and academic collaboration, and India's likely leadership role due to its cybersecurity maturity. The article also mentions the geopolitical competition between India and China in the region and suggests that India's ambition to become a cybersecurity leader will drive its efforts within the Conclave, benefiting both India and its regional partners.