Datos abiertos: desafíos y oportunidades en el Cono Sur

The seminar brought together key actors from the Southern Cone to consolidate a shared vision on data governance, emphasizing that the openness of public information goes beyond mere technical compliance to become a fundamental civic tool. It was concluded that open data are essential for strengthening democracy, restoring citizens’ trust in institutions, and designing evidence-based public policies, thereby promoting more efficient, equitable, and ethical governance. The discussion stressed that the success of these initiatives depends on robust legal frameworks and an institutional culture that prioritizes interoperability and the protection of human rights. Experts agreed that without shared standards, data literacy, and citizen oversight, effective transparency is impossible. The region is presented as a laboratory for innovation, where collaboration among the public sector, private sector, and civil society is crucial to overcoming structural gaps and combating disinformation. This meeting is relevant to the open data movement because it demonstrates how regional cooperation can drive human rights-based policies, linking transparency with integrity and accountability. By sharing successful experiences from countries such as France and cities in the Southern Cone, strategies are validated that transform data into assets for decision-making, offering a replicable model for states seeking to modernize their democracies and improve citizens’ quality of life through responsible digital governance.

Source: cippec.org
Published on 2025-12-06

Datos abiertos: desafíos y oportunidades en el Cono Sur

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