The European Internet Forum (EIF) and the GSMA look forward to your active participation in our 7th annual High-Level virtual discussion in the context of the MWC21 Barcelona, bringing together legislators, regulators, and stakeholders in the EIF and GSMA networks.
Pilar del Castillo MEP and EIF Chair
Daniel Pataki, Vice President for Policy and Regulation & Head of Europe, Russia and CIS, GSMA
Earlier this year, the European Commission presented a vision and avenues for Europe’s digital transformation by 2030. This vision for the EU's digital decade evolves around four cardinal points: skills, secure and sustainable digital infrastructures, digital transformation of businesses, including SMEs, and digitalisation of public services. The combination of the digital decade goals and the NextGenerationEU package are going to help accelerate Europe’s digital transformation. Is this enough to regain its sovereignty and what else is needed from the tech industry?
Anthony Whelan, Digital Policy Adviser, Cabinet of President von der Leyen, European Commission
Susana Sol?s P?rez MEP and EIF Member
Axel Voss MEP and EIF Member
Cristian-Silviu Busoi MEP and EIF Member
Ricardo Castanheira, Digital Counsellor, Portuguese Presidency
Magnus Franklin, Managing Director, Teneo
The Chatham House rule will apply to the discussion
Connectivity is playing a significant role in the response to the COVID-19 crisis. Investment in widespread connectivity is laying the foundations for future economic growth and will be instrumental in making Europe more competitive. What else is needed to accelerate 5G deployment in Europe?
Eva Kaili MEP and EIF Steering Committee Member
Bart Groothuis MEP and EIF Member
Michel Van Bellinghen, Chairman of the Council of the Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications (BIPT) and BEREC Chair 2021
Ben Wreschner, Chief Economist and Head of Public Affairs, Vodafone Group, and member of Policy Group Europe, GSMA
Magnus Franklin, Managing Director, Teneo
The Chatham House rule will apply to the discussion
Our debates in a nutshell.
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