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Federal Cabinet Grants Preliminary Approval to Personal Data Protection Bill: A Step Towards User Privacy
The Personal Data Protection Bill has been given its preliminary approval by the Federal Cabinet. This bill will protect the personal information, data, and other types of data of users.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Chairs cabinet meeting on Personal Data Protection Bill 2023
According to the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT), the Federal Cabinet met today to discuss the Personal Data Protection Bill 2023, presided over by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. During the discussion, the Federal Cabinet adopted the bill in principle.
Understanding the Provisions of the Personal Data Protection Bill: Safeguarding User Information
Under the provisions of this law, the government would stand behind protecting the privacy of the user’s personal information and data when a variety of organizations and companies handle it. If the user does not provide permission, the government will make it illegal for any firm, individual, or government agency to get the user’s information or data.
Government’s Commitment to Protecting User Privacy: Key Highlights of the Personal Data Protection Bill
According to the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (MoITT), the National Commission for Personal Data Protection (NCPDP), a civil court, would be constituted under the law to protect consumers’ privacy and address complaints.
National Commission for Personal Data Protection (NCPDP): Safeguarding Consumer Privacy
According to the ministry, following the Federal Cabinet’s ratification of the Personal Data Protection Bill in principle, the bill will be sent to the Cabinet Committee on Legislative Affairs (CCLC) in line with the norms, and it will then be brought to the Cabinet once again.
Parliamentary Process: Final Approval and Implementation of the Personal Data Protection Bill
After receiving final approval from the Federal Cabinet, the measure will be considered in Parliament. After being approved by the National Assembly and the Senate, it will be codified as a statute and immediately take effect.
