Nepal is stepping forward in digital safety by signing a strategic agreement with Malaysia to build a stronger personal data protection system.
Five-Year Agreement Signed for Digital Safety
A five-year agreement has been signed between DPX Asia, a Malaysian data protection agency, and One Cover Pvt. Ltd, a cybersecurity company based in Nepal. This partnership aims to help Nepal prepare its first-ever personal data protection law by providing technical advice, policy support, and research.
Leaders Behind the Partnership
The agreement was officially signed by Professor Abu Bakar Munir, Chairman of DPX Asia, and Chiranjibi Adhikari, CEO of One Cover. They believe this partnership will bring long-term benefits to Nepal’s digital transformation journey.
Key Goals of the Collaboration
The partnership plans to:
- Support the Government of Nepal in drafting its Personal Data Protection Bill
- Raise public awareness about digital safety
- Help create national and regional data security standards
- Apply international best practices in Nepal’s digital infrastructure
One Cover’s Experience in Nepal
One Cover has already been offering cybersecurity and risk management services to major Nepali institutions like:
- Nepal Rastra Bank
- Election Commission
- Nepal Telecom
- Ministry of Finance
According to CEO Adhikari, countries like Nepal that are going through fast digital change need global expertise. That’s why One Cover decided to team up with DPX Asia.
Nepal Could Become a Regional Example
Adhikari also said that the issue of digital sovereignty is growing rapidly in Asia, and many countries still lack strong laws for data protection. He believes Nepal’s actions could become a positive example for the region.
DPX Asia’s Mission and Global Reach
Professor Abu Bakar Munir, from DPX Asia, mentioned that it’s important for all of Asia—not just Nepal—to build strong legal systems against digital threats. He said they are excited to work together with Nepal to promote shared digital values.
DPX Asia has been active since 2000, offering consulting services on data privacy and cybersecurity. Their services cover:
- Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia
- UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia
They provide:
- Privacy impact assessments
- Privacy-by-design solutions
- Compliance testing
- Training and certification programs
One Cover’s Role in Nepal’s Cybersecurity Landscape
Founded in 2018, One Cover is a Kathmandu-based company that focuses on:
- IT system testing
- Network security
- Risk assessments
- Cybersecurity policy advising
They also collaborate with international tech giants like IBM USA and TechCert. In Nepal, they are actively involved with:
- OWASP Nepal
- NPCERT
- Other cybersecurity research centers
