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Challenges in Data Governance Accountability During the Pandemic in Southeast Asia

The COVID-19 pandemic has put the implementation of public services through digital technology (e-government) to the test and highlighted the importance of data in supporting, shaping, and informing public services. This was certainly unthinkable before the pandemic. The highly contagious nature of the virus necessitated measures requiring everyone to practice social distancing and self-quarantine. Information on infections must be shared openly to prevent further spread.