The DPO Club’s research team comprising of Anugaraha Santhanam, Ayushmita Dutta and Phillip Thomas Varghese, with review by Deepak Joshi, CISO at Data Protection & Security SME, presents this whitepaper titled “Data Protection Laws in ASEAN Countries: What Do You Need to Know.” It offers a comparative overview of data protection laws across all 10 ASEAN nations. From established laws in Singapore and Thailand to evolving frameworks in countries like Cambodia and Myanmar, the paper highlights key differences in enforcement, rights, and cross-border rules—providing practical insights to help organizations navigate compliance and regional trends.