11 2019 Data Protection No. subject, and verify whether the processing of data is done in accordance with this Act; (d) promote self-regulation among data controllers and data processors; (e) conduct an assessment, on its own initiative of a public or private body, or at the request of a private or public body for the purpose of ascertaining whether information is processed according to the provisions of this Act or any other relevant law; (f) receive and investigate any complaint by any person on infringements of the rights under this Act; (g) take such measures as may be necessary to bring the provisions of this Act to the knowledge of the general public; (h) carry out inspections of public and private entities with a view to evaluating the processing of personal data; (i) promote international cooperation in matters relating to data protection and ensure country’s compliance on data protection obligations under international conventions and agreements; (j) undertake research on developments in data processing of personal data and ensure that there is no significant risk or adverse effect of any developments on the privacy of individuals; and (k) perform such other functions as may be prescribed by any other law or as necessary for the promotion of object of this Act. (2) The Office of the Data Commissioner may, in the performance of its functions collaborate with the national security organs. (3) The Data Commissioner shall act independently in exercise of powers and carrying out of functions under this Act. 9. (1) The Data Commissioner shall have power to— Powers of the Office. !