Either because of an effect on reputation, a demonstration effect or just the sharing of information, when your neighbour does well internationally, you also benefit.
Businesses can also rely on demonstration effects or engage collectively to inform public policy and promote effective regulations in developing countries.
The demonstration effect of local projects being supported by the government will bolster the waning community support for an ongoing effort to reduce emissions.
The proven success of the policies provides a demonstration effect that impels other governments toward similar policies in order to emulate that success.
Unfortunately, the problems of conducting a cyber offensive action are too immense to be effective, and deterrence is ineffective in cyberspace since there exists no demonstration effect.