Qatar National Cyber Security Agency Launches National Data Classification Policy

• Published date: 02 June 2023
• Subject Matter: Technology, Security
• Law Firm: Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners
• Author: Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners

The Qatar National Cyber Security Agency ("NCSA") recently launched the National Data Classification Policy ("Policy"), establishing a unified data classification system to facilitate the exchange of information throughout the country and to ensure the security of such data. The Policy is part of the national information assurance standards and other national policies regulating data classifications used in Qatar.

In addition to unifying data classifications, the Policy also seeks to enhance the role of the NCSA in developing national policies, governance mechanisms, standards, controls, and guidelines aimed at increasing cybersecurity within government entities and institutions.

The Policy provides relevant entities with a unified reference to...