He stressed:“Europe needs data sovereignty. Importantly, he also pointed to the importance of open data beyond science, commenting:“In the social sciences too, data has always been a battleground. By championing open science, Europe leads by example, showing that when knowledge is shared openly and responsibly, societies become more resilient, innovative, and just. Data sovereignty is not simply about where data are physically stored, but how they are governed, shared, and reused. Through our outreach work to build strong partnerships with business, policymakers, and educators, we’re leading the transition to open science.