Doha - The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) commemorated International Data Privacy Day on Wednesday, under the theme “Data Privacy Starts with You”.The event brought together senior government officials, international regulators, cybersecurity experts, academics, and private-sector professionals to highlight the growing importance of personal data protection in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. The event underscored Qatar’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its national data protection framework and promote a culture of privacy awareness among individuals, institutions, and businesses. 13 of 2016 concerning the Protection of Personal Data Privacy. He noted that while Data Privacy Day is observed globally every year, the 2026 edition marked a milestone with the launch of Qatar’s first national data privacy awareness campaign, targeting both individuals and organisations. Representing the private sector, Shahir Bakali, Implementation Consultant at OneTrust, emphasised the responsibility of organisations to comply with Qatar’s Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL).