The EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement marks the first standalone digital trade deal, establishing modern rules for cross-border e-commerce. It aims to boost consumer trust, ensure legal certainty for businesses, and remove unjustified barriers to digital trade. The agreement protects intellectual property, particularly source codes, while maintaining regulatory flexibility for data protection. It also supports SMEs by reducing administrative burdens and fostering digital inclusion. This pact sets a benchmark for future digital trade agreements, reinforcing the EU’s role in shaping global digital governance.