National Conference “Raising Awareness on the Convention 108+”

Today, 26 January, the National Centre for Personal Data Protection (CNPDCP) in collaboration with TAIEX project experts is organising the national conference “Raising Awareness on the Convention 108+”.

The aim of the conference is to raise awareness of both public institutions and the private sector about Convention 108 + as a viable tool to facilitate international data transfers, thus ensuring an adequate level of protection for data subjects globally.

The event was opened by the Director of the NCPDP, Ms Victoria Muntean: “Convention 108+ is an essential pillar in ensuring an adequate level of protection for data subjects globally. In an age where data is the currency of progress, it is crucial to ensure that it is treated with respect and security. This conference is a significant step in the right direction, bringing to the attention of both public institutions and the private sector a comprehensive perspective on Convention 108+ and its impact in facilitating international data flows. The topicality of this issue is all the more important in the context of the signing by the Republic of Moldova, on 9 February 2023, of the Protocol amending Convention 108+. We are now at a crucial moment in the process of securing the ratification of this document, which brings with it new and modern rules in the field of personal data protection. The Protocol amending Convention 108+ is a clear manifestation of our firm commitment to international standards and to the fundamental rights of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data.”

The conference is moderated by data protection experts from Italy, Slovenia and Spain. Among the topics addressed by the experts are: the impact of Convention 108+ on adequacy decisions and data transfers, with a focus on compliance with the EU acquis; Convention 108+ as a viable tool to facilitate international data transfers while ensuring an adequate level of protection for individuals worldwide; Convention 108+ as a bridge between legal regimes and countries; the ratification process of Convention 108+; lessons learned and advice from ratifying countries; Convention 108+: the Evaluation and Review Mechanism, etc.

Around 100 representatives from both public institutions and the private sector will participate in the event.

The workshop is organised and funded by the European Commission Technical Assistance and Information Exchange Instrument (TAIEX).