The SNS JU promotes Europe’s technological leadership in future smart networks and services by reinforcing current industrial strengths and by extending the scope from 5G connectivity to the broader strategic value chain including cloud-based service provisioning as well as components and devices. To reach this, this agency builds on two pillars: fostering Europe’s technology sovereignty in 6G by implementing the related research and innovation programme leading to the conception and standardisation around 2025; and boosting 5G deployment in Europe in view of developing digital lead markets and enabling the digital and green transition of the economy and society.