Estonia’s digital diplomacy: Nordic interoperability and the challenges of cross-border e-governance
Estonia's e-governance prowess and the X-Road technology are shaping a new era of digital diplomacy among like-minded nations.
Estonia's e-governance prowess and the X-Road technology are shaping a new era of digital diplomacy among like-minded nations.
When it comes to information technology Sweden is considered to be at the forefront both in terms of technological innovation, as well as in progressive policy-making, regulation and internet freedom. It seems that from a policy perspective Sweden is an interesting example, as it is both perceived as free and neutral, while at the same time pursuing a tough and much contested policy approach. The following ‘snapshot’ seeks to give a brief, yet nuanced picture of the Swedish policy landscape.