AECID and AEPD collaborate to train Ibero-American data protection authorities
13 Aug 2026Effective: 13 Aug 202614 views
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Ibero-American data protection authorities and participating public bodies
Summary
The Spanish cooperation agency and the data protection authority join forces to train Latin American authorities in privacy and AI. Includes virtual courses and an in-person meeting in Cartagena de Indias.
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The agreement signed on July 8, 2026 between AECID and AEPD articulates the 'Institutional strengthening and training of the authorities of the Ibero-American Data Protection Network (RIPD)' program within the Intercoonecta 2025 initiative. Activities include two virtual courses on the RGPD europeo (2026 and 2027), a w…
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