European Union: EU-South Korea adequacy decision
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EU Commission decision on adequacy of the South Korean data protection regime
The EU Commission ruled that the Republic of Korea provides an adequate level of data protection corresponding to EU standards, following the European Data Protection Board opinion on the issue. As a result, data transfers from the EU to Korean data…
SourceEDPB issues opinion on adequacy of the South Korean data protection regime
Following the launch of the formal process of the adequacy decision regarding the Republic of Korea on 16 June 2021, the European Commission asked EDPB issued its opinion assessing the adequacy of the level of protection afforded in the Republic of …
SourceCommission launches process towards adoption of the adequacy decision for South Korea
The European Commission started the process for the adoption of the adequacy decision for the transfer of personal data to commercial operators from the Republic of Korea. According to the Commission, the Republic of Korea ensures the protection of …
SourcePublication of Joint Statement by EU and South Korea on adequacy discussion
Joint Statement by EU and South Korea on adequacy discussions is published, emphasizing successful talks and announcing the launch of the EU decision making procedure to establish the adequacy of Korean data protection.
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