The global digital age opens up tremendous opportunities – and harbours challenges for all governments. The political and economic power as well as the military capabilities of states increasingly depend on their ability to access, use and evolve digital technologies. Global and connected digital technologies also require new forms of international cooperation and governance.
The German Federal Government has prioritized an active and coherent international digital policy, aligning with broader foreign, economic, and development goals. Emphasizing fundamental rights and a free, secure internet, the strategy aims to foster global democracy, prosperity, and sustainability. It underscores the importance of value-based technology partnerships and innovation-friendly regulations.
