Automated vehicle data exchange for Malta, Cyprus, and Estonia

Summary

The European Parliament approves a decision to allow Malta, Cyprus, and Estonia to participate in the automated exchange of vehicle registration data across the EU to combat crime.
10 02.06.2017
Other
transport
criminal law
public safety
european union
information technology and data processing

Key points

  • Integration of Malta, Cyprus, and Estonia into the EU-wide automated vehicle registration data exchange system.
  • The new decision replaces several older regulations from 2014 to modernize the legal framework.
  • The measure aims to strengthen cross-border cooperation, specifically in the fight against terrorism and organized crime.
  • The Council is required to notify Parliament if it intends to deviate from or substantially amend the approved text.
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