Strategic technologies for Europe platform

Bjelica Vlajić Iris (Fakultet za poslovne studije i pravo Univerziteta \"Union Nikola Tesla\", Beograd), iris.bjelica.vlajic@fpsp.edu.rs

Changes in international relations also affect the security and defence of all countries. The European Union (EU) has recognised the need for reforms in sectors that enable its strategic autonomy and independence from third countries. The competitiveness of the EU industry has been negatively affected by high inflation, labour shortages, disruptions in supply chains following the COVID-19 pandemic, rising interest rates, and rising energy costs. Decision (EU) 2022/2481 of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a policy agenda for the Digital Decade 2030 provided an incentive for the growth and modernisation of the EU economy through digital and green transformation. Digital transformation should be achieved through the adoption of digital and innovative technologies. Clean and resource-efficient technology and biotechnology are key to harmonising the EU\'s strategic objectives to ensure technological sovereignty and strategic autonomy and promote the competitiveness and resilience of its industry. In this regard, a positive impact is expected on the functioning of the internal market, public services, information exchange, increasing educational projects, strengthening science, and quality access to the public. The result of the transition to these technologies is the creation of new business opportunities and gaining a competitive advantage for the EU in the global market. The paper is the result of research on EU legislation aimed at achieving the EU\'s strategic autonomy, as well as those activities and obligations undertaken by the member states. A separate part of the paper deals with the opportunities arising from the ideas and measures contained in this document for the Republic of Serbia.

Keywords: EU strategy, strategic technologies, digital transformation