Senate passes law banning Russian products and software in Romanian public institutions until 2036
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The Romanian Senate has adopted a law considered critical, which provides that public institutions in the country will no longer be able to use computer products and programmes (software) from Russia. The ban would be applied until 2036, according to information broadcast by Stirile ProTV.
Decisions related to cybersecurity and the protection of state institutions' data are becoming increasingly important in the current context. The law aims to reduce the security risks associated with technologies originating from a country that is in conflict with Ukraine and that is considered by many states to be a threat to regional security.
Under this law, public authorities will have to gradually replace equipment and software of Russian origin with alternatives from other countries or with solutions developed within the country. The text of the law must still go through the parliamentary procedure before entering into force, as it was adopted by the Senate, the first Chamber of Parliament to examine it.
In conclusion, if the law is adopted definitively, public institutions in Romania will have several years at their disposal to make the necessary changes. The final deadline, the year 2036, provides time for adapting IT systems, but also requires careful planning from the administration.
Sources: Stirile ProTV
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