BSA CEO Victoria Espinel issued the following comment in response to announcements of a trade deal reached between the United States and the European Union:

"The Business Software Alliance welcomes the announcement of the trade deal between the United States and European Union. It provides stability and predictability for transatlantic digital commerce and fortifies our enormously important economic relationship. BSA welcomes commitments by the US and EU to maintain no customs duties on electronic transmissions and their intent to address barriers to digital trade. Transatlantic cooperation on issues like streamlining regulation and harmonizing technology and cybersecurity standards can help promote open markets and ensure that Americans and Europeans alike are well-served by cutting-edge technology."