China: Implemented Measures for Classified and Hierarchical Management of Cross-border Data Flow in Lingang New Area (Trial)

On 8 February 2024, the International Data Economy Industry Innovation Conference held in Lingang New Area of Shanghai Free Trade Zone published and implemented the "Lingang New Area Data Cross-border Flow Classification and Grading Management Measures (for Trial Implementation)". The regulation classifies cross-border data into three levels, namely core data, important data, and general data. General data can flow freely under relevant management requirements, core data is prohibited from crossing the border, and important data can be declared to the Municipal Party Committee's Internet Information Office for data exit security assessment. The Administrative Committee of Lingang New Area will provide data cross-border flow compliance services and daily supervision.