UAE: DIFC Officially Becomes Member of Global Privacy Assembly

UAE: DIFC Officially Becomes Member of Global Privacy Assembly

The appointment follows the enactment of the Data Protection Law, DIFC Law No 5.of2020 which underscores DIFC's commitment to applying international best practice. It also reinforces key privacy principles including accountability, safeguards for international transfers, and support of data subjects' rights especially with respect to emerging technology issues.

The Global Privacy Assembly is an international group established in 1979 as the premier global forum for data protection and privacy authorities. The Assembly is comprised of more than 130 leading global Information and Privacy Authorities and Commissioners. Led by the UK's Information Commissioner's Office, it is an independent authority set up to uphold information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals.

DIFC will work with GPA Members to implement global best practice within data protection