Citizens' opinion sought on personal data sharing

Feb 3 deadline set for responses on draft guidelines on cross-border info transfer

The Cyberspace Administration of China, the country's top internet regulator, is soliciting opinions from the public for a series of newly drafted guidelines on the cross-border flow of personal information.

The draft of the personal information cross-border protection certification measures, formulated in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Law and other Chinese laws and regulations, was released on Friday for consultation, with a deadline for public comments set for Feb 3.

According to the draft, the proposed measures aim to enhance the secure and efficient flow of personal information across borders, establishing a clear framework for the certification process.