TIRANA, December 7/ATA/ On the sidelines of Tirana International Fair, organized by Klik Ekspo Group, there was held a meeting on “Data privacy in Albania and the challenges of digitalization”, organized by the office of the Commissioner for The Right to Information and Protection of Personal Data.
The meeting focused on the critical issue of the right to information and data protection, exploring the complexity of personal data storage amid Albania’s digital transformation. Also, the workshop addressed the issue of compliance and adaptation of data protection laws in the country, evaluating their effectiveness and compatibility with European standards, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
The representative of the Commissioner Meri Kujxhija spoke about the challenges presented by digitization, the sensitivity of personal data, the increase in cyber threats, data breaches and issues related to unauthorized access to data that are a priority of the office of the Commissioner for the Right to Information and Protection of Personal Data.
Experts offered insights on implementing data protection strategies, emphasizing compliance with regulatory requirements and mitigating risks associated with handling personal data in the digital environment.
“Today’s event is aimed at professionals in the field, data protection contact person, legal experts, providing a platform for discussion on best practices, new technologies and policies needed to enhance security and privacy of data in Albania”, said Rigers Bodurri, representative of the Commissioner for the Right to Information and Protection of Personal Data.
The awareness event also served as an opportunity for professionals in the field to share ideas, latest updates on emerging trends, and collaborations to create a safer digital environment.
The 29th edition of the “Klik Ekspo Group” fair, which takes place from December 6 to 9 at the Palace of Congresses in Tirana has as its focus the creation of a comprehensive environment, with the development of workshops to raise awareness among experts in the field, young people, entrepreneurs participating in the fair and those interested. /r.e/p.s./
