Network data security management in China, in Europe and Cross-border

Data protection and network data security are now critical issues for most businesses when trading across international borders. Many businesses now operate business models that rely on the ability to process, store and transfer customer data. European SMEs have largely adapted to GDPR and other national data privacy laws, while increased awareness of network data security threats has also encouraged businesses to take stronger measures to improve network data security and protect customer data. SMEs operating in China face various restrictions in terms of how to access data, as well as how data should be collected, stored and processed. China’s data localization requirements can restrict cross-border data flows, and there are also a number of technical challenges facing companies when setting up their cloud infrastructure. The Cyberspace Administration of China (‘CAC’) released draft Regulations on Network Data Security Management on 14th November 2021, which may significantly change the landscape of data protection in China. Here below the scheduled program of the seminar: Moderator: Mr Marco Marazzi, Baker McKenzie Welcome notes & scene-setting by Mr Marco Bettin, Italy China Chamber of Commerce 15:05 – 15:25 (Italy) / 14:05 – 14:25 (UK) • China: Draft Regulations on Network Data Security Management- Challenge and Opportunities • European: Briefing of European Regulations of Network Data Security Ms Vivian Wu, Baker McKenzie; Ms Francesca Gaudino, Baker McKenzie 15:25 – 15:45 (Italy) / 14:25 – 14:45 (UK) • Connectivity and Data Sharing Challenges When Operating in China • Improve the Network Data Security by Connectivity Technologies & Case Study Mr Carlo Accordi, Account Director, China Mobile International Italy Mr Qi Guang, Head of Enterprise Business & CMLink MVNO, China Mobile International Italy 15:45 – 16:00 (Italy) / 14:45 – 15:00 (UK) Q&A