Algiers – The Constitutional Court, in collaboration with the National Authority for the Protection of Personal Data (NAPPD), held a study day in Algiers on Thursday, focusing on strengthening cooperation and identifying areas of integration between the two institutions.
The event, titled “Areas of Integration and Cooperation between the Constitutional Court and the National Authority for the Protection of Personal Data,” aimed to foster a deeper understanding of each entity’s role and responsibilities, particularly concerning the intersection of constitutional law and data protection.
Discussions during the study day centered on how the Constitutional Court’s interpretations of fundamental rights, such as the right to privacy, impact the NAPPD’s work in safeguarding personal data. Conversely, the NAPPD’s expertise in data protection principles and practices can inform the Constitutional Court’s deliberations on cases involving data-related issues.
Key topics explored included the constitutional framework for data protection in Algeria, the challenges of balancing data security with individual liberties, and the potential for joint initiatives to promote awareness and best practices in data governance.
Participants emphasized the importance of ongoing dialogue and collaboration to ensure that data protection measures are both effective and consistent with constitutional principles. The study day served as a platform for exchanging ideas, sharing experiences, and identifying concrete steps to enhance coordination between the Constitutional Court and the NAPPD.
This initiative underscores the growing recognition of data protection as a critical constitutional issue and the commitment of both institutions to upholding the rights and freedoms of Algerian citizens in the digital age. The outcomes of the study day are expected to contribute to a more robust and coherent framework for data protection in the country.
