China: Consultation opened on Cybersecurity Review Measures (Draft)

On 10 July 2021, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has published and opened a consultation on the Cybersecurity Review Measures (draft) containing cybersecurity measures for critical information infrastructure and network platform operators. The measures apply to critical information infrastructure operators which purchase network products or services potentially affecting national security, as well as network platform operators engaging in data processing activities that may affect national security. Platform operators with personal information of over 1 million users planning to enter a public listing abroad must undergo a cybersecurity review. In conducting the review, the Office will consider, for example, whether there is a risk of illegal control, interruption of service supply, or data theft. The consultation closes on 25 July 2021.