[IMP] Sign: validity of electronic signatures update

task-6272757

Author: jacbodoo

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/algeria.rst

@@ -11,9 +11,15 @@ Legal framework for electronic signatures in Algeria
 ====================================================
 
 In Algeria, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Civil Code
-<https://www.wipo.int/wipolex/en/legislation/details/14774>`_ and the Law 15 04 of Electronic
-Signature. The law establishes the legal basis for acknowledging electronic records, contracts, and
-digital signatures. The key points of the law include:
+<https://www.wipo.int/wipolex/en/legislation/details/14774>`_ the `Law 15 04 of Electronic
+Signature <https://www.joradp.dz/FTP/jo-francais/2015/F2015006.pdf>`_ and the
+`Decree 16-142/2016 on conservation of electronically signed documents <https://www.joradp.dz/FTP/jo-francais/2016/F2016030.pdf>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures. Oversight
+is carried out by Autorité Nationale de Certification Electronique (ANCE), under the Prime
+Minister's Office.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -70,4 +76,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Algeria:
    meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations may also be
    necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 21, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/angola.rst

@@ -10,9 +10,15 @@ electronic signatures in Angola.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in Angola
 ===================================================
 
-In Angola, electronic signatures are regulated under the Presidential Decree 312/2018 and Executive
-Order 74/2019. The law establishes the legal basis for acknowledging electronic records, contracts,
-and digital signatures. The key points of the law include:
+In Angola, electronic signatures are regulated under the
+`Law No. 23/11 of 20 June 2011 on Electronic Communications and Information Society Services <http://www.mtti.gov.ao/>`_
+and the `Presidential Decree No. 202/11 of 22 July 2011 (IT and Information Society Regulation) <http://www.mtti.gov.ao/>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures.
+
+This framework is relatively recent and case law is still developing.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -72,4 +78,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Angola:
    meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations may also be
    necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 21, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/argentina.rst

@@ -10,11 +10,13 @@ electronic signatures in Argentina.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in Argentina
 ======================================================
 
-In Argentina, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Digital Signature Law
-<https://www.argentina.gob.ar/normativa/nacional/70749/actualizacion>`_, and the `Civil and
-Commercial Code <https://www.wipo.int/wipolex/en/legislation/details/19085>`_. The law governs
-transactions performed through electronic means and the use of electronic signatures. The key points
-of the law include:
+In Argentina, electronic signatures are regulated under the
+`Ley 25.506 <https://servicios.infoleg.gob.ar/infolegInternet/anexos/70000-74999/70749/norma.htm>`_
+and the `Decreto 743/2024 (remote cert issuance) <https://www.argentina.gob.ar/normativa/nacional/decreto-743-2024>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -71,4 +73,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Argentina:
    meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations may also be
    necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 21, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/australia.rst

@@ -10,11 +10,11 @@ electronic signatures in Australia.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in Australia
 ======================================================
 
-In Australia, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Electronic Transactions Act (ETA)
-<https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2004A00553/latest/text>`_, the `Electronic Transactions Regulations
-(ETR) <https://www.legislation.wa.gov.au/legislation/prod/filestore.nsf/FileURL/mrdoc_23907.pdf/$FILE/Electronic%20Transactions%20Regulations%202012%20-%20%5B00-a0-04%5D.pdf?OpenElement>`_
-and local regulations in each state. The law governs transactions performed through electronic means
-and the use of electronic signatures. The key points of the law include:
+In Australia, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Electronic Transactions Act 1999 <https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2004A00887>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -69,4 +69,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Australia:
    meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations may also be
    necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 19, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/azerbaijan.rst

@@ -10,10 +10,11 @@ electronic signatures in Azerbaijan.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in Azerbaijan
 =======================================================
 
-In Azerbaijan, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Law on Electronic Digital Signature
-<https://cis-legislation.com/document.fwx?rgn=144357>`_. The law establishes the legal basis for
-acknowledging electronic records, contracts, and digital signatures. The key points of the law
-include:
+In Azerbaijan, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Law on Electronic Signature and Electronic Document 2004 <https://e-qanun.az/framework/7896>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -70,4 +71,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Azerbaijan:
    use cases meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations
    may also be necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 21, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/bangladesh.rst

@@ -10,10 +10,15 @@ electronic signatures in Bangladesh.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in Bangladesh
 =======================================================
 
-In Bangladesh, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Information and Communication
-Technology Act <https://samsn.ifj.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Bangladesh-ICT-Act-2006.pdf>`_. The
-law recognizes the use of electronic documents and electronic signatures for the execution of
-contracts and other transactions. The key points of the law include:
+In Bangladesh, electronic signatures are regulated under the
+`Information and Communication Technology Act 2006 <http://www.parliament.gov.bd/index.php/en/bills-and-acts/bills-acts-and-resolutions/acts-of-parliament/1028-the-information-and-communication-technology-act-2006>`_
+and the `IT (Certifying Authority) Rules 2010 <http://www.bcc.net.bd/>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures.
+Higher-assurance secure digital signatures may rely on certificates issued by government-licensed
+certification authorities.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -70,4 +75,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Bangladesh:
    use cases meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations
    may also be necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 21, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/brazil.rst

@@ -10,10 +10,15 @@ electronic signatures in Brazil.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in Brazil
 ===================================================
 
-In Brazil, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Brazilian Civil Code <https://webfiles-sc1.blackbaud.com/files/support/helpfiles/npoconnect-qa/content/resources/attachments/brazil-law-civil-code-13.777-2018.pdf>`_
-and the Provisional Executive Act 2.200-2 (EA 2200) regulations. The law governs transactions
-performed through electronic means and the use of electronic signatures. The key points of the law
-include:
+In Brazil, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Medida Provisória 2.200-2/2001 (ICP-Brasil) <https://www.planalto.gov.br/ccivil_03/mpv/antigas_2001/2200-2.htm>`_,
+the `Lei 14.063/2020 (tiered e-signature framework) <https://www.planalto.gov.br/ccivil_03/_ato2019-2022/2020/lei/l14063.htm>`_,
+and the `Lei 14.129/2021 (Digital Government Act) <https://www.planalto.gov.br/ccivil_03/_ato2019-2022/2021/lei/l14129.htm>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures. ICP-Brasil
+provides the national PKI for digital certificates, and recent statutes set tiered requirements for
+public-sector transactions.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -74,4 +79,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Brazil:
    meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations may also be
    necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 19, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/canada.rst

@@ -10,10 +10,15 @@ electronic signatures in Canada.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in Canada
 ===================================================
 
-In Canada, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Personal Information Protection and
-Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) <https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/pdf/p-8.6.pdf>`_ and local
-regulations. The law establishes electronic equivalents to paper-based documents and signatures at
-the federal level. The key points of the law include:
+In Canada, electronic signatures are regulated under the
+`PIPEDA Part 2 (federal) <https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/P-8.6/>`_, the
+`Uniform Electronic Commerce Act <https://www.ulcc.ca/en/uniform-acts-new-order/current-uniform-acts/652-electronic-commerce/1447-uniform-electronic-commerce-act>`_,
+and the `Quebec Act to Establish a Legal Framework for IT <https://www.legisquebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/document/cs/C-1.1>`_.
+
+The law establishes electronic equivalents to paper-based documents and signatures, with federal and
+provincial rules applying across Canada.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -72,4 +77,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Canada:
    meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations may also be
    necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 19, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/chile.rst

@@ -10,12 +10,10 @@ electronic signatures in Chile.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in Chile
 ==================================================
 
-In Chile, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Law 19.799 on electronic documents,
-electronic signature and certification services of such signature
-<https://www.bcn.cl/leychile/navegar?idNorma=196640>`_, `Decree 181/2002
-<https://www.bcn.cl/leychile/navegar?idNorma=201668>`_ and `Law No. 21,180, on Digital
-Transformation of the State <https://www.bcn.cl/leychile/navegar?idNorma=1138479&tipoVersion=0>`_.
-The law establishes the legal basis for acknowledging electronic records, contracts, and signatures.
+In Chile, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Ley 19.799 sobre Documentos Electrónicos (BCN) <https://www.bcn.cl/leychile/navegar?idNorma=196640>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures.
+
 The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
@@ -73,4 +71,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in Chile:
    meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations may also be
    necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 21, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*

content/applications/productivity/sign/validity/china.rst

@@ -10,9 +10,11 @@ electronic signatures in China.
 Legal framework for electronic signatures in China
 ==================================================
 
-In China, electronic signatures are regulated under the Electronic Signature Law (ESL) of the
-People's Republic of China, enacted in 2005 and amended in 2015. The law provides the foundation for
-the use and legal recognition of electronic signatures. The key points of the ESL include:
+In China, electronic signatures are regulated under the `Electronic Signature Law of the PRC 2004 (as amended 2019) <http://www.npc.gov.cn/zgrdw/englishnpc/Law/2007-12/05/content_1381960.htm>`_.
+
+The law governs electronic records, data messages, and the use of electronic signatures.
+
+The key points of the law include:
 
 - **Legal recognition**: electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures if
   they meet certain criteria.
@@ -69,4 +71,4 @@ not be suitable or legally recognized in China:
    meet all legal requirements. Compliance with additional industry-specific regulations may also be
    necessary.
 
-*Last updated: June 19, 2024*
+*Last updated: June 4, 2026*