International Journal of Legal Studies & Policy (Vol 1, Issue 1 (2025))

The inaugural issue of the International Journal of Legal Studies and Policy (IJLSP) features groundbreaking research on the evolving landscape of global data privacy. The lead article, "Sensitive Data and Privacy Protection in the Middle East and North Africa Beyond General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): Lessons for Brunei," by A. O. Salau and A. O. Oyero, provides a critical comparative analysis of legislative frameworks across the MENA region. 

This publication identifies distinctive regional approaches to data sovereignty, religious and cultural considerations in privacy, and sector-specific regulatory models. It offers a tailored roadmap for Brunei Darussalam, balancing international best practices with local legal traditions as the nation implements its new data protection framework in 2025. 

Key Features

• Comparative Legal Analysis: Deep dives into the data protection laws of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Morocco.
• Global Policy Insights: Examines regional divergences from the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
• Actionable Roadmap: Proposes specific strategies for Brunei to adopt elements of the UAE's free zone approach and Saudi Arabia's sector-specific regulations.
• Peer-Reviewed Scholarship: Contributions from international legal experts and scholars. 

Benefits

• For Legal Practitioners: Stay updated on the latest data privacy mandates and legislative trends in the MENA and ASEAN regions.
• For Policy Makers: Gain a blueprint for integrating international best practices with local socio-legal contexts.
• For Academic Researchers: Access foundational research for comparative law studies and digital sovereignty discussions.

Product Details
Journal Title: International Journal of Legal Studies and Policy (IJLSP)
Volume/Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1 (2025)
Publisher: UNISSA
ISBN: 9773104408003