Article 30

In the context of the association, cooperation in the field of information and communication technology (ICT) services shall aim to spur, in the OCTs, innovation, economic growth and improvements in daily life for both citizens and businesses, including the promotion of accessibility for persons with disabilities. Cooperation shall, in particular, be directed at enhancing OCTs’ regulatory capacity and may support the expansion of ICT networks and services through the following measures: creation of a predictable regulatory environment that keeps pace with technological developments, stimulates growth and innovation and fosters competition and consumer protection; dialogue on the various policy aspects regarding the promotion and monitoring of the information society; exchange of information on standards and interoperability issues; promotion of cooperation in the field of ICT research and in the field of ICT-based research infrastructures; development of services and applications in domains of high societal impact.

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Source: EUR-Lex (Cellar) · retrieved 2026-11-02 · Text as adopted (Official Journal); later amendments are not incorporated in this text.