An even steeper decline is foreseen in the new member states (EU10), because of both demographic developments and the underlying assumption that productivity growth rates in these countries will converge to those of the EU15.
A balanced approach is needed to ensure a level playing field for all market participants, at the same time remaining technology-neutral. Closer cooperation between industry participants and regulators across different sectors could be the answer for ensuring the challenges brought about by the digital world are handled in the best possible way.