Maintaining official secrecy

Doing without adequate transparency in government
Abstaining from transparency in government

Description

Maintaining official secrecy involves systematically restricting access to sensitive information within organizations or governments to prevent unauthorized disclosure. This strategy safeguards national security, protects confidential operations, and upholds privacy by implementing classification systems, secure communication channels, and staff vetting procedures. By controlling information flow, it remedies risks of espionage, data breaches, and public panic, ensuring that only authorized individuals handle critical knowledge essential for effective governance and operational integrity.