The EU Now Wants the Integration of All Digital Services
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The Interoperable Europe Act, in force from 12 July 2024, aims to have 100% of key public services available online by 2030. This transformative legislation will simplify mobility with mutual recognition of qualifications, enhance road safety with digital driving licenses, and improve access to healthcare and social security data across borders. Additionally, it will streamline taxation and customs processes and increase transparency in public tenders. Supported by the Digital Europe Programme, the Act is expected to save up to 5 billion EUR annually and drive innovation, making life more convenient and efficient for EU citizens.
By Paolo Licandro
BRUSSELS, July 29, 2024 – 8 MINUTES READ
Here we are with a new profound revolution that will change our life.
The Interoperable Europe Act is a new EU Regulation and it has officially come into force in July, marking a significant milestone in the European Union’s journey towards digital transformation.
This legislative initiative is set to play a crucial role in achieving the ambitious objectives of the Digital Decade, notably the goal of having 100% of key public services available online by 2030. This includes critical services that necessitate cross-border data exchange, fundamentally enhancing the digital landscape of Europe.
This moment is reminiscent of other transformative EU revolutions that have profoundly changed citizens’ lives. Think back to the inception of the Schengen Agreement, which removed border controls between many European countries, enabling free movement of people and goods. Just as it was hard to imagine a Europe without internal borders, it’s challenging now to foresee the full impact of seamless digital interoperability. Yet, as Schengen revolutionized travel and commerce, the Interoperable Europe Act promises to reshape how citizens interact with public services.
Another landmark transformation was the introduction of the Euro, which unified the currency across many EU member states, simplifying trade and travel and fostering a stronger economic bond between nations. The Interoperable Europe Act could similarly unify digital processes and standards, making it easier for citizens to live, work, and do business across the continent.
The Act aims to integrate and streamline digital services such as the mutual recognition of academic diplomas, digital driving licenses, access to social security and health data, taxation information exchanges, public tenderprocesses, and commercial registers. This integration will not only save up to 5 billion EUR annually through reduced administrative overheads but also create a more cohesive and efficient European digital space.
Just as past EU initiatives have broken down barriers and fostered unity, the Interoperable Europe Act stands to break down digital barriers, fostering a new era of digital unity and efficiency.
The possibilities are vast and far-reaching. Imagine a future where moving to another EU country is as simple as updating your address online, or accessing your health records from any EU healthcare provider without hassle. The Act is a step towards a more connected and integrated Europe, one where digital borders are as seamless as the physical ones, creating a truly united digital landscape.
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