Slated to take effect in October of this year, the new Personal Data (Privacy) (Amendment) Ordinance has been introduced with a view to invigorating and reinforcing the data privacy landscape in Hong Kong. The new amendments will home in on the use and transfer of personal data for direct marketing purposes. Anna Gamvros and Aaron Bleasdale of Baker & McKenzie examine the importance of these changes and the penalties for non-compliance.
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