Sunghyun LEE

Sunghyun Lee is the Head of the EU Privacy Cooperation Center at the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA), based in Belgium. As a leading expert in GDPR and international data transfer frameworks, she bridges privacy policies between Korea and the EU, providing strategic consultancy for global digital compliance. Notably, she played a pivotal role in the EU-Korea Adequacy Decision and continues to lead initiatives on cross-border data flows. With a unique background that spans from cybersecurity policy to hands-on R&D—including biometrics and data standards—Sunghyun possesses a rare blend of deep technical expertise and global regulatory insight, making her a key figure in the international data protection landscape.

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KISA(Korea Internet & Security Agency)

South Korea

The Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) is the leading statutory body in South Korea responsible for cybersecurity and personal data protection. KISA develops policy frameworks, ensures regulatory compliance, and promotes international collaboration to secure the digital ecosystem. Through its EU Privacy Cooperation Center, KISA actively engages with global stakeholders to harmonize data protection standards and facilitate secure cross-border data flows.