Amsterdam declaration As the European Union stands at a crucial juncture in shaping its digital future, the D9+ calls for increasing the EU's tech sovereignty in an open manner . Welcoming the Commission’s ambitious Competiti veness Compass , the D9+ calls for a coherent and forward-looking European technology strategy with a strong human-centric and rights oriented digital component . This strategy should bridge between the different existing initiatives , while encompassing the relevant policy goals from the Digital Decade . The D9+ countries are committed to refining and advancing the trajectory of European digital policies to boost the next wave of frontier technologies . The Presidents political guidelines provide t he new Commission with an ambitious agenda in the digital domain. T he Competitiveness Compass, which is based on the findings of t he Draghi report , which emphasise s the transformative potential of digitalisation for Europe’s economic growth, social cohesion, and global competitiveness. It underscores the need for robust investments in digital technology and infrastructure, greater public-private partnerships, and a unified approach in order to harness and accelerate the development of emerging technologies such as AI and quantum technologies within the Union. In Amsterdam, we, the D9+ ministers, discussed three aspects of EU digital policy and innovation: first, the rapid scientific and commercial development of artificial intelligence (AI) in the EU and the benefits of its deployment in both the private and public sectors; second, the need to foster the development of a large, open, competitive, collaborative, and intero perable European connectivity, cloud-edge and AI ecosystem, as a prerequisite to unlock the potential of European digital innovation; and finally, the need for a digital rulebook that is fit for purpose, avoids unnecessary red tape and does not hinder the development and use of technology by innovative European companies. In the light of our discussions, we, the D9+ countries, recognise the importance of deepening digital cooperation among Member States and call for a cohesive and forward-looking European technology strategy with a strong digital component, aimed at increasing the EU's tech sovereignty in an open manner. The urgent need to invest in European digital technology Digitalisation plays a crucial role when it comes to accelerating efforts to improve Europe’s economic and geopolitical outlook. The EU’s competitiveness will increasingly depend on the digitalisation of the economy in and across different sectors and on building strengths in advanced technologies, which will drive investment, job and wealth creation. A strong position in digital technology not only benefits our overall prosperity, but also enables us to meet societal challenges and ensures our security and resilience. In a rapidly changing world order, characterised by a global race for technological dominance, tech sovereignty in an open manner is a crucial enabler of economic and geoeconomic strength . All this is essential for Europe's competitiveness, economic security and its stature as a geopolitical actor. As it is vital to remain at the forefront of technological development, t he EU needs to invest substantially and consistently in digital technologies . Since public funding has its limits, it is important to reduce barriers for private investment s in European digital technology and explore what other actions are needed to unlock sufficient capital to support the EU digital investment agenda . In t he EU we should increase focus on improving conditions for growth in sectors and technologies that will shape and underlie tomorrow’s industries. We must take a strategic, integral view on digital technology and take a whole - of - stack approach . This should be done in cooperation with business sector and investors , researchers and international partners . The D9+ welcomes the proposals in the Competitiveness Compass and will work with the European Commission in taking forward the proposals regarding the digital realm and create the right preconditions for growth to support the EU’s digital ambitions. To increase Europe’s tech sovereignty in an open manner, we, the D9+ ministers: Calls for the establishment of a European technology strategy with a strong digital component , with an emphasis on increasing investment opportunities rather than introducing new legal obligations . This strategy should be aimed at a prioritised set of key technologies that have the most impact on the EU’s competitiveness and security , building towards technological leadership on select key technologies in 2035 . Propose to include key digital technologies in the strategy , for example AI, semiconductors and quantum technology, while also acknowledging the importance of fundamental enablers in the digital domain, such as networking technologies, cloud technology , cybersecurity and the availability of data . These technologies do not stand alone, but are inextricably linked, which requires stimulating synergies. Stress the need to create optimal conditions for growth, innovation and investment, by removing barriers and ensuring a fully functioning S ingle M arket, simplifying EU rules and procedures, deepening the capital markets union to ease access to finance and especially venture capital. Also, innovation ecosystems need to be strengthened and connected across Member State borders , driven by public-private partnerships and geared to achieving the necessary scale. Support the Commission in its aim of simpl ifying and creating more synergies between the different European funding programmes. Emphasise the importance of the European Investment Bank substantially increasing its investment volumes in venture capital and focusing more on impact investments , including in the digital domain. Emphasise the importance of the combined buying power that the EU and national governments have , which can be used to strengthen the EU’s position in the digital domain . P ublic procurement should be effectively used to bolster the development of critical digital technologies, while safeguarding competition and ensuring flexibility for national needs . Support finding innovative ways to mobilise private capital. An example could be the creation of EU-wide simple, low-cost retail investment products, labels, EU or national investment accounts (building on national best practices), or any other feasible instrument which lowers the barrier for European citizens to invest in European assets, including promising digital products and services. Emphasize the need to strategically project European interests and priorities internationally and build cooperation with likeminded partners, including on technology regulation and coordination of R&D efforts, while strengthening supply chains and dismantling barriers to trade on technology products. --- [PM NAMES & TITLES SIGNATORIES ]
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Teema: D9+ 2025 Amsterdam update: second draft declaration, preluding events on 26 March and reminder to register
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Dear colleagues,
With three weeks until the D9+ Ministerial meeting in Amsterdam on 26-27
March, please find below an update on the preparations.
Second draft D9+ Amsterdam declaration
First and foremost, thank you for your remarks on the first draft of the
declaration. Please see attached the second draft version of the D9+
Amsterdam Declaration. We have done our absolute best to address as much of
your proposed text suggestions and comments as possible. It was
unfortunately not possible to address all the proposed text suggestions,
hopefully we have your understanding for this. Please do not hesitate to
reach out to us if you have any questions regarding this second draft. We
are very willing to plan a short bilateral call to make clarifications.
We want to invite you to share your comments on the draft declaration once
again, but this time please focus on red lines only. The deadline for the
sharing your comments red lines is Monday 10 March 2025 COB. After this we
will compose a final draft which we intend to circulate by Friday 14 March,
and we hope you can indicate by Friday 21 March whether your minister wishes
to sign the declaration. Similar to earlier D9+ processes, there will not be
a formal signatory procedure – we will simply add the name of the respective
ministers.
Again, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Preluding events on 26 March in Amsterdam.
* In the afternoon of the 26th the B9+ Dutch business federation VNO-NCW and
parties from the digital ecosystem invite you to a thought provoking event
on ‘How to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness in the digital domain’, with
renown speakers from a.o. the business community, European Commission and
national government, followed by drinks and finger food. You can register
<https://www.vno-ncw.nl/agenda-overzicht/registration-form-event-250326>
through this link.
* In the morning of the 26th the Dutch Start-Up Association (DSA), on behalf
of the European startup ecosystem, invites you to enter The PanacEUm: The
first of its kind policy accelerator for Europe's competitiveness. For those
arriving the day before, the DSA invites you to join a VIP networking
gathering that evening, ominously named “Eve of Disruption”, which will
include drinks & bites for your convenience and a special introductory
program. You can register
<https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/d9-amsterdam-side-events-tickets-1259361115999>
through this link.
D9+ host for the first half of 2026
Our aim is to announce the D9+ host for the first half of 2026 during the
meeting in Amsterdam. In previous communication we have encouraged any
members interested in hosting the D9+ in 2026 to reach out to us. We have
not received any expressions of interest yet, so please reach out to us if
your country is willing to host the D9+ in the spring of 2026.
Reminder to book your stay at Hotel Apollo
For your convenience, we suggest booking your stay at the Apollo Hotel
(4-star hotel), the programme will start from the location on Wednesday and
we will arrange the commute from Apollo to the H’ART museum on Thursday
morning. Through
<https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1739290553202&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink>
this booking link you will be able to book a room for the special rate of
€180 per night (excluding breakfast). Please note that when using the link,
you are advised to book your stay without breakfast. The D9+ project team in
the Netherlands is arranging a separate breakfast area at the hotel
specifically for the ministers and delegations. Please make sure to book
your stay before 10 March.
Reminder to register through the registration form
Also a kind reminder to register your delegation using the
<https://8g6xfj2.momice.events/page/1773732> online registration form. Each
delegation should submit one form, specifying which program elements you
will attend. Use the following password to access the form:
D9+2025Amsterdam. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email
from <mailto:
[email protected]>
[email protected].
Contact
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us via
<mailto:
[email protected]>
[email protected].
Kind regards,
The D9+ Amsterdam team
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Amsterdam declaration As the European Union stands at a crucial juncture in shaping its digital future, the D9+ calls for increasing the EU's tech sovereignty in an open manner . welcomes Welcoming the Commission’s ambitious Competiti veness Compass . The , the D9+ calls for a cohesive coherent and forward-looking European technology strategy with a strong human-centric and rights oriented digital component , aimed at increasing . the EU's tech sovereignty in an open manner. This strategy should bridge between the different existing initiatives , while encompassing the relevant policy goals from the Digital Decade . The D9+ countries are committed to refining and advancing the trajectory of European digital policies to boost the next wave of frontier technologies . The Presidents political guidelines provide t he new Commission with an ambitious agenda in the digital domain. T he Competitiveness Compass, which is based on the findings of t T he Draghi report , has which emphasise s d the transformative potential of digitalisation for Europe’s economic growth, social cohesion, and global competitiveness. It underscores the need for robust private investments in digital technology and infrastructure, greater public-private partnerships, and a unified approach in order to harness and accelerate the development of emerging technologies such as AI and quantum computing technologies within the Union. In Amsterdam, we, the D9+ ministers, discussed three aspects of EU digital policy and innovation: first, the rapid scientific and commercial development of artificial intelligence (AI) in the EU and the benefits of its deployment in both the private and public sectors; second, the need to foster the development of a large, open, competitive, collaborative, and intero perable European connectivity, cloud-edge and AI ecosystem, as a prerequisite to unlock the potential of European digital innovation; and finally, the need for a digital rulebook that is fit for purpose, avoids unnecessary red tape and does not hinder the development and use of technology by innovative European companies. In the light of our discussions, we, the D9+ countries, recognise the importance of deepening digital cooperation among Member States and call for a cohesive and forward-looking European technology strategy with a strong digital component, aimed at increasing the EU's tech sovereignty in an open manner. The urgent need to invest in European digital technology Digitalisation plays a crucial role when it comes to accelerating efforts to improve Europe’s economic and geopolitical outlook. The EU’s competitiveness will increasingly depend on the digitalisation of the economy in and across different all sectors and on building strengths in advanced technologies, which will drive investment, job and wealth creation. A strong position in digital technology not only benefits our overall prosperity, but also enables us to meet societal challenges and ensures our security and resilience. In a rapidly changing world order, characterised by a global struggle race for technological dominance, tech sovereignty in an open manner is an a crucial enabler of economic and geoeconomic strength . , new military technology, and investing in a solid cyber defence, making it crucial is This All this is essential for Europe's competitiveness, economic security and its stature as a geopolitical actor. As it is vital to remain at the forefront of technological development, T t he Draghi report rightly concluded that the EU needs to invest substantially and consistently in digital technologies to remain at the forefront of technological development . Since public funding has its limits, it is important to reduce barriers for private investment s in European digital technology and explore what other actions are needed to unlock sufficient capital to support the EU digital investment agenda for the EU to make clear choices . In t T he EU we should increase its focus on incentivising private investments and improving conditions for growth creating growth in sectors and technologies that will shape and underlie tomorrow’s industries. We must take a strategic, integral view on digital technology and take a whole - of - stack approach , in which we strive for strategi c c indispensability in the value chain . This should be done in cooperation with international partners and the private business sector and investors , researchers and international partners . The D9+ welcomes will work with the European Commission to take forward the proposals in the Competitiveness Compass and will work with the European Commission in taking forward the propo sals regarding concerning the digital realm and create the right preconditions for growth to support the EU’s digital ambitions. To increase Europe’s tech sovereignty in an open manner, we, the D9+ ministers: Propose Calls for the establishment of a European technology strategy with a strong digital component , with an emphasis on increasing investment opportunities rather than introducing new legal obligations ( , which can link current EU frameworks on competitiveness and economic security such as the competitiveness compass and the European economic security strategy ) ensur ing coherence of policy aims, regulation and financial instruments . This strategy should be aimed at a limited prioritised set of key technologies that have the most impact on the EU’s competitiveness and , security , and tech sovereignty in an open manner meaning they building towards technological leadership on select key technologies in 2035 . Propose to prioritise includ e the following six core key digital technologies in the strategy , such as for example : AI, semiconductors and , quantum technology , w hile also acknowledging the importance of fundamental enablers in the digital domain, such as , networking technologies, cloud technology , , and A I , while ensuring I and cybersecurity and the availability of data , as . a fundamental enable r s for all other technologies . These technologies do not stand alone, but are inextricably linked, which requires finding stimulating synergies for European companies . Stress the need to create optimal conditions for growth, innovation and investment, by removing barriers and ensuring a fully functioning in the S s ingle M m arket, simplifying EU rules and procedures, deepening the capital markets union to ease access to finance and especially venture capital. Also, innovation ecosystems need to be strengthened and connected across Member State borders , driven by public-private partnerships and geared to achieving the necessary scale. Support the Commission in its aim of simpl ifying and creating more synergies between the different European funding programmes. Emphasise the importance of the European Investment Bank substantially increasing its investment volumes in venture capital and focusing more on impact investments , ( including in the digital domain ) . Emphasise the importance of the market combined buying power of that the EU and national governments have , which can be used in strengthening to strengthen the EU’s position in the digital domain . and support , by stimulating e P ffective use of p ublic procurement to should be effectively used to bolster the developm ent of critical digital technologies, while safeguarding competition and ensuring flexibility for national needs . through sectoral legislation on digital technology. Support finding innovative ways to mobilise private capital. An example could be the creation of EU-wide simple, low-cost retail investment products, labels, EU or national investment accounts (building on national best practices) , or any other feasible instrument which lowers the barrier for European citizens to invest in European cross-border assets, including promising digital products and services. Emphasize the need to strategically project European interests and priorities internationally and build cooperation with likeminded partners, including on technology regulation and coordination of R&D efforts, while strengthening supply chains and dismantling barriers to trade on technology products. --- [PM NAMES & TITLES SIGNATORIES ]