Thailand will become the third Asean country to enforce the personal data law after Singapore and the Philippines if it sticks with the June 1, Thienchai pointed out.
As for private companies trading with EU nations, he said they do not have to worry about the PDPA enforcement because they are already complying with GDPR.
Several Thai firms have voiced concerns that the PDPA enforcement would increase their expenses and put them at risk of criminal and civil penalties.
“But they should realise that PDPA will boost Thai organisations’ potential to meet international standards. The enforcement on June 1 will announce to the world that Thailand recognises people’s right to personal data protection,” Thienchai said.
He added that once PDPA is enforced, there will be some 20 or 30 organic laws to follow. He also allayed Thai businesses’ fears, saying PDPC will set a grace…
