Framework of the European Union Social Security Coordination and Its Digitalisation
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Social Security Coordination (SSC) within the European Union (EU) is a framework that ensures individuals retain their social security rights as they move across member states, particularly in terms of pensions, healthcare, and unemployment benefits. The EU has made significant strides in integrating and simplifying the coordination of these systems, ensuring that people are not disadvantaged by cross-border mobility. This article examines the core principles of SSC and its ongoing evolution, particularly in light of increasing digitalisation through tools like the Electronic Exchange of Social Security Information (EESSI), Social Security E-Document (SED), and the European Digital Identity (EUDI). While the digital transformation of SSC is transforming the efficiency and transparency of cross-border exchanges. This paper highlights the importance of both technological advancements and institutional cooperation in achieving seamless and equitable social security coordination. It also underscores the role of digitalisation in improving the overall functioning of SSC.
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