For future discussion on copyright, Kroes asks to leave passionate opinions aside and adopt a pragmatic approach. “Is our current system consistent and relevant within the real world?” This should be the main question during this debate. Kroes has shown herself to be proactive towards Internet openness, and an advocate for copyright reform. Therefore, she now proposes to amend the Copyright Directive 2001 on the basis of a public consultation; “I am open to ideas from all stakeholders: artists, consumers, businesses, researchers. Only together we can adapt ourselves to the future, and stimulate innovation and growth.”
