The world has changed considerably in the past five years – a global pandemic, growing security challenges and geopolitical tensions, and the accelerated rate of technological change have altered the EU’s economic, social, and political landscape since 2019.
Over the next five years digital innovation will continue accelerating, creating new opportunities and disruption for policymakers to navigate. The choices the EU makes during the 2024-2029 political cycle related to how technology is developed, deployed, and governed will be critical to Europeans’ continued security, prosperity, and well-being.
At IBM, we have always believed in the fundamental promise of technology – that when we apply innovation to real-world challenges, we can be the catalyst that drives progress for business and society.
We are also strong proponents of open innovation ecosystems, in which stakeholders recognise the value of community-built technology and the open exchange of information, ideas, and skills it cultivates. This is the best way to promote AI safety, foster healthy competition in the market, and protect security interests.
Below are six priorities that IBM believes EU leaders should focus on to advance Europe’s global digital leadership and competitiveness through 2030 and beyond:
- Make trusted AI a reality in Europe
- Enhance Europe’s digital competitiveness
- Strengthen resilience through collaboration with trusted partners
- Restore the EU’s open trade policy
- Promote green growth
- Reduce the digital talent gap
For more than a century in Europe, we have sought to promote responsible and pragmatic public policy initiatives that strengthen trust in technology and help solve tomorrow’s problems today. To this end, we look forward to continuing our close collaboration with European policymakers throughout the 2024-2029 political cycle.
Source: Ana Paula Assis, Chair and General Manager, EMEA IBM