Terms of service
Background overview
The EU's Single Market is the central mechanism for the free movement of people, goods, capital and services within the EU. In order to enhance the competitiveness and integration of the EU internal market, the EU has developed a series of policies to promote the development of the service sector, ensure the free flow of services, and remove market barriers between countries.
Main content:
The principle of free movement of services
The European Union (EU) liberalizes services through the Services Directive (2006/123/EC) to ensure that service providers in EU member states are free to operate in the entire EU market. This includes restricting unreasonable license requirements or other restrictions.
Uniform licensing system
In order to avoid cumbersome administrative procedures for service providers, the EU encourages countries to streamline the licensing process related to the service sector and facilitate smooth access to cross-border services.
Dispute resolution mechanism for cross-border services
The EU has established a special dispute resolution system to deal with disputes over trade in services between member states and enhance the fairness and transparency of the services market.
Digital Services Market Policy
The EU actively promotes digital transformation and promotes the development of cross-border digital services, such as online platforms, e-commerce services, and fintech. These include the Digital Markets Act and the Digital Services Act.
Policy Objectives:
Removal of barriers to service markets among member countries.
Enhance the international competitiveness of the EU's services sector through fair competition policies.
Promote digital service innovation and create a modern service market environment.