Bilateral aid refers to financial or technical assistance provided directly from one country's government to another's, without the involvement of international organizations or multilateral agencies. In the context of cybersecurity, bilateral aid can include funding, expertise, training, or technology transfer aimed at strengthening the recipient country's cyber defenses, incident response capabilities, or digital infrastructure. This type of aid is often based on mutual agreements and can be tailored to address specific cybersecurity needs, fostering cooperation and trust between the two nations. Bilateral aid is distinct from multilateral aid, which involves multiple countries or organizations working together.