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Studia Europejskie –
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Sweden in the Light of the European Union’s “Path to the Digital Decade” Policy Programme 2030

Marta Grabowska

Keywords:
 Digital Transformation Digitalisation in Poland Digitalisation in Sweden European Union European Union Policy Sweden the “Path to the Digital Decade” by 2030

Abstract

This article aims to analyse Sweden’s position within the framework of the European Union’s “Path to the Digital Decade” policy programme, which outlines the EU’s vision for digital transformation by 2030. The policy seeks to enhance economic and social development, strengthen digital sovereignty, and promote principles such as the rule of law, openness, and democracy. The objectives established for Member States to achieve by 2030 are assessed using the EU’s Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) indicators. In 2024, the initial results of the policy’s implementation, were published. These results offer valuable insights into Sweden’s performance relative to other EU Member States. While the EU itself does not formally rank countries, an analysis of the data enables a comparative assessment of Sweden’s standing within the Union. This article provides an overview of Sweden’s general progress and a detailed analysis of its DESI performance. Furthermore, Sweden’s achievements are compared with those of Poland, offering a broader perspective on the disparities and advancements among EU Member States. The study is based on official EU and Swedish government documents, relevant literature, and personal observations. Methodologically, it incorporates elements of statistical analysis and comparative evaluation.

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DOI: 10.33067/SE.2.2025.9

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Grabowska, M. (2025) "Sweden in the Light of the European Union’s “Path to the Digital Decade” Policy Programme 2030". Studia Europejskie – Studies in European Affairs, 2/2025, pp. 171-189. DOI: 10.33067/SE.2.2025.9

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