Data Protection Update 5 - Data Protection In The Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia

Article by Abdulaziz Al Bosaily and Donovan Rinker-Morris

This is the fifth update published by Clyde & Co's Commercial Group relating to data protection and privacy in the Middle East

Data protection and privacy are important considerations for all businesses. Failing to treat personal information in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice can have an adverse effect on a company's reputation, its employees and its customers.

Specific data protection regimes are now in place in many jurisdictions. Awareness of the implications of data protection and privacy issues is increasing around the globe, including in the Middle East, where there have been a number of developments in recent months.