Research and analysis

Towards a sustainable, multilateral, and universal solution for international data transfers

Expert analysis of the challenges to a sustainable and scalable approach to international data transfers and proposed solutions.

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Towards a sustainable, multilateral, and universal solution for international data transfers

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This report was prepared by the International Data Transfers Expert Council and submitted for consideration to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT).

The report contains the council’s independent recommendations to the UK government and the international community to facilitate multilateral solutions for sustainable and scalable international data transfers.

It encourages a call to action globally to start a constructive conversation and lay foundations for a future global framework for trusted and responsible flows of personal data that benefits everyone.

This report, its findings, and recommendations, are based on the council’s research and work programme since its inception in January 2022.

Published 20 November 2023