InnovationScience

Egypt Forges Historic Research Partnership With EU Through Horizon Europe Access

Egypt has officially become an associated member of Horizon Europe, the EU’s flagship research programme. The agreement enables Egyptian researchers to lead projects and access €93.5bn in funding alongside European counterparts, strengthening scientific ties between the regions.

Landmark Agreement Opens EU Research Programme

Egypt has officially joined the Horizon Europe programme as an associated country, according to reports from the EU-Egypt Summit in Brussels. The agreement, signed by high-level officials from both regions, grants Egyptian researchers, universities, and innovators full access to the European Union’s flagship research and innovation initiative.

Policy

European Digital Sovereignty Push Accelerates Through Open Source Adoption

Europe’s digital sovereignty movement is gaining significant momentum as governments and organizations shift from American technology providers to open-source alternatives. Industry leaders report this strategic move aims to build resilience while maintaining global collaboration through community-driven infrastructure solutions.

Europe’s Strategic Shift Toward Digital Independence

European nations are accelerating their transition away from US technology providers through widespread adoption of open-source solutions, according to reports from the recent OpenInfra Summit Europe. Sources indicate this movement stems from growing concerns about dependency on American companies and shifting political alliances, with digital sovereignty emerging as the dominant theme across European technology conferences.