"This exclusive conference examines from a strategic perspective an issue that has evolved into the pivotal concern in the information age. Not just a prime social value, the protection of privacy is an emerging business imperative with the future of e-commerce and billions of dollars at stake.

Summit speakers include policy leaders on privacy in the United States, as well as government leaders responsible for data protection from Australia, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Europe and Canada.

The Summit tackles the critical policy and business issues concerning privacy and security since the national tragedy of September 11.

* Examines the competing interests of civil liberties and national safety from a national and international perspective.

* Conducts a discussion on The New Framework that has arisen as a result of the attacks on the United States.