Philippines, Hong Kong bolster cross-border privacy cooperation
( June 18, 2026, 08:35 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The Philippines and Hong Kong have renewed cooperation on personal data protection, with their privacy regulators signing an affirmation of cooperation to strengthen cross-border enforcement and information sharing. The agreement, signed during the 65th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities Forum in Hong Kong, builds on a 2023 memorandum of understanding and reflects growing regulatory attention to cross-border privacy risks as digital services and data flows increasingly transcend national borders. The arrangement provides a framework for continued collaboration on privacy governance and regulatory developments.The statement is attached....
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