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Bridging the Digital Divide: Finland vs. Romania in the EU’s Digital Landscape

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The digital transformation of European enterprises highlights a significant divide between the most and least digitalized countries within the EU. Finland, for instance, leads the way with a remarkable 13% of its enterprises achieving a “very high” digital intensity, a status closely followed by Malta and the Netherlands. These nations exemplify the successful integration of Read more about Bridging the Digital Divide: Finland vs. Romania in the EU’s Digital Landscape[…]

Challenges in EU Public Procurement: Key Findings and Recommendations

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Public procurement is a cornerstone of the European Union’s single market, representing around €2 trillion or 14% of the EU’s GDP annually. This critical function helps public authorities achieve the best value for money when acquiring works, goods, and services. However, a recent audit by the European Court of Auditors (ECA) has revealed significant challenges Read more about Challenges in EU Public Procurement: Key Findings and Recommendations[…]

Sustainable Logistics: Romania’s Green Energy Initiatives in Transport

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Romania, strategically located in Southeastern Europe, is emerging as a significant player in the region’s transportation and logistics sector. With a growing emphasis on sustainable practices, Romania is aligning its logistics industry with green energy initiatives, contributing to the EU’s broader goals of reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental sustainability. Industrial Production and Price Trends Read more about Sustainable Logistics: Romania’s Green Energy Initiatives in Transport[…]

EU and Canada launch Digital Partnership

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Today, the EU and Canada strengthened their relationship as strategic and like-minded partners in the digital field. At the 19th EU-Canada Summit, President von der Leyen and Prime Minister Trudeau launched the EU-Canada Digital Partnership. The EU-Canada Digital Partnership reflects a shared vision for a digital economy and society at the service of people, in a context of accelerating Read more about EU and Canada launch Digital Partnership[…]

Why is the Commission adopting European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)?

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EU law requires all large companies and all listed companies (except listed micro-enterprises) to disclose information on what they see as the risks and opportunities arising from social and environmental issues, and on the impact of their activities on people and the environment. This helps investors, civil society organisations, consumers and other stakeholders to evaluate Read more about Why is the Commission adopting European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)?[…]

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EU’s Cyber Defense Boosted: MEPs Back Digital Security Plan

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New cyber resilience rules adopted on Wednesday will establish a uniform set of cybersecurity requirements for all digital products in the European Union. The draft cyber resilience act approved by the Industry, Research and Energy Committee aims to ensure that products with digital features, e.g. phones or toys, are secure to use, resilient against cyber Read more about EU’s Cyber Defense Boosted: MEPs Back Digital Security Plan[…]