The organiser of the world’s largest conference in the field of identification documents and digital solutions, Identity Week, wrote again about the activities of the Agency for Identification Documents, Registers, and Data Exchange of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
In the text they published, they pointed out that the BiH e-Identity initiative, led by the Agency for Identification Documents, Registers, and Data Exchange (IDDEEA), is making significant strides towards positioning the country as a leader in digital identity in Europe. This initiative directly supports several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), including Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). It aligns with key sections of the European Union’s digital strategy, particularly the Digital Single Market strategy and the eIDAS Regulation, while addressing EU priorities for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s integration and synchronisation with EU standards.
They also clarify that IDDEEA is responsible for digital signing in the field of identification documents, specifically in charge of electronic certificates and electronic signatures related to identification documents, in accordance with the law regulating electronic signatures. One of the longstanding challenges was addressing whether to develop e-services without electronic signatures or wait until such signatures were viable. IDDEEA resolved this by introducing the qualified digital signature through the BiH e-Identity programme. This foundational step ensures secure and legally binding digital interactions, paving the way for a robust e-identity ecosystem.
In addition to the numerous benefits for citizens that this initiative brings, it was also pointed out that it is extraordinarily significant for Bosnia and Herzegovina, propelling the country among the leaders in digital identity in Europe. This achievement not only underscores Bosnia and Herzegovina’s commitment to digital transformation but also highlights its ability to innovate and align with EU standards and objectives.
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