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Western Balkans Digital Summit focuses on regional integration
The eighth Digital Summit of the Western Balkans, held in Herceg Novi, Montenegro, has brought together experts and officials to discuss digital transformation, cybersecurity, and regional connectivity. The summit, organized by the Ministry of Public Administration in partnership with the Regional Cooperation Council (RCC), aims to align the region with European Union digital standards.
Montenegrin Minister of Public Administration, Maraš Dukaj, emphasized that digital integration is essential for economic development. He highlighted Montenegro's progress, including the closure of Chapter 10 regarding information society and media, and its status as a member of the Digital Europe programme. Key initiatives discussed include the implementation of digital wallets to facilitate secure data exchange and the introduction of 172 new electronic services by the end of next year.
Regional cooperation topics included the development of 5G infrastructure, the establishment of a Regional Center for Cyber Capacity (WB3C) to enhance training and resilience, and the promotion of digital identity through the eIDAS 2.0 framework. Serbian State Secretary Slaviša Antić also participated, offering to share Serbia's expertise in digital infrastructure and data center management to bolster regional digital sovereignty.
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Aries · Cancer · Council for Regional Cooperation · Council of Regional Cooperation · Digital Summit of the Western Balkans · European Union · Gemini · Maraš Dukaj · Ministry of Public Administration of Montenegro · Montenegro · Mtel · Regional Cooperation Council
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Montenegro is a full member of the Digital Europe programme. novini247.com · www.gov.me
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bosnia and Herzegovina's IDDEEA is cited as a positive example of digital transformation in the region. rtv7.ba
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Serbia is developing its own digital infrastructure to ensure digital sovereignty. www.danas.rs
- [● 2 SOURCES] Montenegro has closed negotiation Chapter 10 regarding information society and media. novini247.com · www.gov.me
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Montenegro plans to introduce 172 new electronic services by the end of next year. www.gov.me
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Western Balkans and EU are beginning negotiations to establish a roaming-free zone. n1info.rs
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Digital wallets aim to provide secure data exchange and control over personal data. bokanews.me
- [● 8 SOURCES] The 8th Digital Summit of the Western Balkans is being held in Herceg Novi, Montenegro. etv.me · n1info.rs · rtnk.me · novini247.com · www.aktuelno.me · +3 more