The Ethics of Personal Data Collection in International Relations: Inclusionism in the Time of COVID-19

This book explores the ethics of personal data collection and analysis in international relations, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the lack of attention to this issue in the literature and emphasizes the need for greater ethical consideration in this area.

Format: Hardback
Length: 244 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2022
Publisher: Anthem Press

The relevance of this volume is particularly evident during a time of unparalleled global loss of life. While the data may be incomplete and misleading, it nonetheless highlights the state's deficiency and negligence in addressing social healthcare needs. This volume serves as a testament to the enduring presence of pressing global public health concerns in both developed and developing nations. Furthermore, the COVID-19 pandemic underscores the importance of including ethics of personal data collection and analysis in the international relations literature, as demonstrated by the chapters examining the responses to COVID-19 in Iran and Taiwan.

Introduction:
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the forefront the critical importance of healthcare and the role of governments in responding to public health emergencies. In this context, the collection and analysis of personal data have become increasingly important tools for tracking and containing the spread of the virus. However, the ethical implications of such data collection and analysis have also come under scrutiny, particularly in the context of international relations.

The Relevance of This Volume:
This volume aims to address the ethical implications of personal data collection and analysis in the context of international relations. It explores the challenges and opportunities that arise from the use of personal data in the pursuit of public health and security, and examines the ways in which states and international organizations can navigate these ethical dilemmas.

The State's Response to Social Healthcare Needs:
The data on the state's response to social healthcare needs during the COVID-19 pandemic is incomplete and misleading. However, it reveals the state's deficiency and negligence in addressing social healthcare needs. The lack of access to healthcare, inadequate healthcare infrastructure, and the prioritization of economic development over public health have contributed to the high mortality rates and widespread suffering caused by the pandemic.

The Ethics of Personal Data Collection and Analysis:
The ethics of personal data collection and analysis are particularly relevant in the context of international relations. The use of personal data to track and contain the spread of the virus raises concerns about privacy, consent, and the use of data for political purposes. Moreover, the pandemic has highlighted the power dynamics between states and international organizations, with some states using personal data to exert control over their citizens and others seeking to protect their privacy and human rights.

The COVID-19 Pandemic:
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the forefront the ethical implications of personal data collection and analysis in international relations. The rise of contact tracing and increased uses of mobile phone Apps to track citizens by states and firms across the globe has raised concerns about the potential for surveillance and control. Moreover, the pandemic has highlighted the vulnerability of marginalized communities, particularly those who are already marginalized by social and economic inequalities.

The Responses to COVID-19 in Iran and Taiwan:
The chapters analyzing the responses to COVID-19 in Iran and Taiwan provide valuable insights into the ethical challenges and opportunities that arise from the use of personal data in the context of public health emergencies. In Iran, the government has used personal data to track and contain the spread of the virus, but has also faced criticism for its lack of transparency and accountability. In Taiwan, the government has used personal data to track and contain the spread of the virus, but has also been praised for its effective use of technology and its commitment to privacy and human rights.

Conclusion:
The relevance of this volume is particularly evident during a time of unparalleled global loss of life. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the ethical implications of personal data collection and analysis in international relations. The use of personal data to track and contain the spread of the virus raises concerns about privacy, consent, and the use of data for political purposes. Moreover, the pandemic has highlighted the power dynamics between states and international organizations, with some states using personal data to exert control over their citizens and others seeking to protect their privacy and human rights. The chapters analyzing the responses to COVID-19 in Iran and Taiwan provide valuable insights into the ethical challenges and opportunities that arise from the use of personal data in the context of public health emergencies. It is essential that states and international organizations navigate these ethical dilemmas with caution and respect for human rights and privacy.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 229 x 153 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839981036