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DIGITAL IN ECONOMY
Connectivity
The EU's goal is to become the most connected continent by 2030. For this end, EU has taken action in a range of areas to improve connectivity
Connectivity is a crucial aspect, enabling us to stay in touch and connect with others regardless of distance. This importance was magnified during the COVID-19 pandemic when physical separation was prevalent.
Through connectivity, we can reach out and interact with individuals worldwide. It empowers us with limitless possibilities, such as accessing news in real-time, participating in online classes, acquiring new skills, seeking guidance from experts, and engaging in global marketplaces.
The EU has taken several measures to enhance connectivity. It abolished roaming charges within the EU, allowing travelers to utilize their mobile subscriptions without extra costs. The WiFi4EU initiative supported the installation of free Wi-Fi hotspots in local communities.
Moreover, the EU offers funding, technical guidance, and expert collaboration to assist public administrations and businesses in improving network coverage and implementing 5G networks across Europe.
Currently, the focus is on establishing harmonized rules for connectivity services throughout Europe, ensuring that EU citizens can enjoy consistent benefits regardless of their location. EU actions also aim to foster consumer choice, reduce costs, and elevate service standards.
Through connectivity, we can reach out and interact with individuals worldwide. It empowers us with limitless possibilities, such as accessing news in real-time, participating in online classes, acquiring new skills, seeking guidance from experts, and engaging in global marketplaces.
The EU has taken several measures to enhance connectivity. It abolished roaming charges within the EU, allowing travelers to utilize their mobile subscriptions without extra costs. The WiFi4EU initiative supported the installation of free Wi-Fi hotspots in local communities.
Moreover, the EU offers funding, technical guidance, and expert collaboration to assist public administrations and businesses in improving network coverage and implementing 5G networks across Europe.
Currently, the focus is on establishing harmonized rules for connectivity services throughout Europe, ensuring that EU citizens can enjoy consistent benefits regardless of their location. EU actions also aim to foster consumer choice, reduce costs, and elevate service standards.
Actions already taken at EU level include:
The main goal for connectivity in the Digital Decade is for every European household to have access to high-speed internet coverage by 2025 and gigabit connectivity by 2030.
- introducing the European electronic communications code, which sets clear rules applicable across all of Europe
- supporting wireless networks such as 5G through the radio spectrum policy programme
- ending of roaming charges in the EU, and a price-cap on communications within the EU
- leading global discussions on Internet development and governance
The main goal for connectivity in the Digital Decade is for every European household to have access to high-speed internet coverage by 2025 and gigabit connectivity by 2030.
