Economie numérique au Conseil européen : interopérabilité et portabilité des contenus

COUNCIL OF B russels, 21 October 2013 THE EUROPEAN UNION 12397/13 LIMITE CO EUR-PREP 37 NOTE from: General Secretariat of the Council To: Council Subject: European Council (24-25 October 2013) - Draft conclusions In accordance with Article 2(3)(a) of the Council's Rules of Procedure, delegations will find attached the draft conclusions prepared by the President of the European Council, in close cooperation with the member of the European Council representing the Member State holding the six-monthly Presidency of the Council and with the President of the Commission. o o o [p.m. general chapeau] I. DIGITAL ECONOMY, INNOVATION AND SERVICES 1. A strong digital economy is vital for growth and European competitiveness in a globalised world. To this end, all efforts must be made for Europe's industry to regain momentum in digital products and services. There is an urgent need for an integrated single digital and telecoms market, benefiting consumers and companies. As part of its growth strategy, Europe must boost the use of digital, data- driven innovation across all sectors of the economy. Investing in the digital economy 2. To tap the full potential of the digital economy, to boost productivity and create new economic activity and skilled jobs, Europe needs investment and the right regulatory framework.