Digital Single Market Developments Focus On Cross-Border Trade And E-Commerce

The European Commission has published a raft of proposals as part of the Digital Single Market Strategy, focusing on facilitating cross-border trade and e-commerce.

What's the issue?

The original purpose of the European Union was to encourage trade between Member States by removing barriers and encouraging free movement of goods, services and people. One area where barriers are perceived to remain is around digital goods and services.
On 6 May 2015, the European Commission's Digital Single Market (DSM) strategy was announced in order to break down these barriers. At its core are three 'pillars':

• better online access for consumers and businesses across Europe;
• creating the right conditions and a level playing field for advanced digital networks and innovative services; and