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Establishing Cybersecurity Governance in Chile: Law 21,663

Published /Chile

Overview

The Cybersecurity Framework Law 21,663 aims to establish the necessary institutions, principles, and overarching regulations to organize, govern, and synchronize cybersecurity efforts across governmental bodies and individuals. It delineates essential requirements for preventing, containing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents, alongside defining powers, obligations, and oversight mechanisms.

Applicability

This legislation extends to Ministries, Presidential Delegations, Regional Governments, Municipalities, Armed Forces, public enterprises, and governmental services. It also encompasses state-owned enterprises and companies with state ownership exceeding 50% or holding a majority on the board of directors.

Coordination

Chile's cybersecurity law emphasizes the imperative of fostering effective coordination between the National Cybersecurity Agency and other relevant sectoral authorities. This collaborative approach is essential for mitigating regulatory conflicts and ensuring harmonious cooperation in implementing cybersecurity protocols, technical standards, and guidelines. Such regulatory alignment is pivotal for maintaining a cohesive and streamlined approach to cybersecurity governance on a national scale.

Link to Source

Publication del Lunes 8 de Abril de 2024 (interior.gob.cl) - https://www.diariooficial.interior.gob.cl/publicaciones/2024/04/08/43820/01/2475674.pdf

Regulatory Impact

Impact TypeStatus
Top Priority
Type Certificate
Spectrum Bands
Import Changes (HS Codes)
Standard Changes
Product Changes
Label Changes

Chile Quick Facts

Regulatory AgencySubsecretaría de Telecomunicaciones (SUBTEL)
Certification TypeMandatory
License ValidityIndefinite
Application LanguageSpanish
Legal License HolderNot required
In-country Testing RequirementNo testing required

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