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European policymakers should take the long view on demographic change, strengthening Europe’s place in the world through stronger international partnerships, the use of technology and EU enlargement.

Graser et al. present the evolution, governance, and impact of QGIS, a leading geographic information system (GIS). They highlight its role in democratizing geospatial data management and analysis, enabling open and reproducible research, and fostering digital sovereignty through sustainable open-source development. By examining its governance and development model, this paper underscores how QGIS provides a robust, accessible alternative to proprietary GIS solutions, ensuring that spatial analysis remains transparent, inclusive, and globally impactful.

In a rapidly evolving world where technological advancements and environmental challenges continually reshape society, preserving and leveraging cultural heritage as a resource for research, societal…